When was the last time you asked yourself: what purchases have I made in the last month that really made me happy? It might sound like a silly question, but as we’ll reveal in this episode, the answer is key to making sure you spend money in a way that supports short- and long-term happiness.
In this episode, we’re switching it up a bit and giving you a rundown of one of our favorite books: Happy Money: The Science of Happier Spending . Happy Money gives you the tools to spend in ways that can help you build and sustain happiness over a lifetime. And to make it even more fun, we’re talking about popular movies that align with each of the book’s five principles.
We’ll talk about the 5 ways you can spend money to bring happiness to yourself and others. And don’t forget the final critical component of spending for happiness: knowing how much you’re able to spend.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
#1: Spend Money on Experiences
#2: Make Things a Treat
#3: Buy Your Time Back
#4: Pay Now, Consume Later
#5: Invest in Others