Being rich wrecks your soul. We used to know that.

Source: Charles Mathewes and Evan Sandsmark
Affiliation: Washington Post

In this article, the authors use psychology and philosophy to argue that being wealthy is not healthy or good for individuals. Then, they trace the historical path that led us as a society to forget this fact and start seeing wealth as neutral or an indicator of good character. 

 

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Keywords: Happiness , Meaning , Philosophy , Psychology , Religion