The Pursuit of Happiness

Morgan Housel discusses the misconception that more money equals more happiness, highlighting how people's goalposts continually shift as they strive for financial success. Despite the increase in average household income over the years, studies show that Americans are actually less happy today than they were in the past. Housel explains how comparing ourselves to others and constantly adjusting our expectations can hinder our ability to find true happiness, even as our society becomes more technologically advanced.