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The Relationship between Money and Happiness in a Poor Economy
12:33 - 17:27 (04:54)
The level of happiness that money brings can only go so far in a poor economy, as economic dysfunction can lead to individuals feeling worse about the economy than they should, despite increased wages and savings. It is important to consider how many people feel negatively towards the economy, as a more positive outlook on the economy can lead to actual improvement in economic conditions.
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Ben and his co-host discuss the relation between economic dysfunction and personal satisfaction.
12:33 - 15:54 (03:20)
Summary
Ben and his co-host discuss the relation between economic dysfunction and personal satisfaction. They question whether people can experience happiness with an economy that is consistently causing problems, even if they have higher wages and bigger savings.
ChapterThe Relationship between Money and Happiness in a Poor Economy
EpisodeThe Economy Is Good. So Why Do We Feel Terrible About It?
PodcastThe Daily
Despite the economic data showing most people are better off financially compared to a year ago, many people still feel like the economy is not doing well.
15:54 - 17:27 (01:33)
Summary
Despite the economic data showing most people are better off financially compared to a year ago, many people still feel like the economy is not doing well. The gap between people's perception and reality raises concerns about the economy's future, as perceptions can influence actions in the future.