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The Trap of Comparison and Accumulation
1:02:33 - 1:09:10 (06:36)
Author and podcaster Tim Ferriss discusses the trap of comparison and accumulation, giving examples of wealthy people who are miserable because they are always comparing themselves to others, and explains how this mentality can lead to an insatiable need for more.
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This episode discusses the trap of comparison that people fall into, especially in Silicon Valley, and the downside of short-term planning.
1:02:33 - 1:04:14 (01:41)
Summary
This episode discusses the trap of comparison that people fall into, especially in Silicon Valley, and the downside of short-term planning. Tim shares some personal excerpts and discusses the importance of focusing on finding talent and opportunities rather than job descriptions, and the real reason for work.
ChapterThe Trap of Comparison and Accumulation
Episode#229: Ricardo Semler -- The Seven-Day Weekend and How to Break the Rules
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
According to the speaker, the maximum personal wealth is 12 million dollars, beyond which all millionaires are the same.
1:04:14 - 1:07:07 (02:52)
Summary
According to the speaker, the maximum personal wealth is 12 million dollars, beyond which all millionaires are the same. Money is the real king, and it doesn't buy happiness, so comparing oneself to others and accumulating money for the sake of growth ends badly.
ChapterThe Trap of Comparison and Accumulation
Episode#229: Ricardo Semler -- The Seven-Day Weekend and How to Break the Rules
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Accumulating excess wealth leads to a never-ending cycle of collection, despite having more money than billions around the world.
1:07:07 - 1:09:10 (02:02)
Summary
Accumulating excess wealth leads to a never-ending cycle of collection, despite having more money than billions around the world. Having a lot of money takes away from other aspects of life, such as spending time with family, reading a book, or relaxing in the backyard.