Tiffany B. Brown

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Money or happiness?

Finally, always remember that it’s more important to be happy than to be rich. Sure, studies show that money generally increases well-being, and there’s nothing wrong with trying to have more, but don’t make choices that sacrifice your long-term happiness for the sake of a few bucks. Don’t work at a job you hate. Don’t buy stuff just because your friends buy stuff. Don’t invest in the stock market if it’s going to make you nervous. Make choices that will bring you long-term happiness.

That’s Get Rich Slowly author J.D. Roth in an interview with Leo Babauta of Zen Habits.

Or as I like to say: I wish I could afford to be poor and happy.

  • http://patricia-elizabeth.com Patricia Elizabeth

    I learned a long time ago that whenever I took a job for the money, I was miserable. I don't say it to come off like I”m better or holier than thou but money isn't a huge motivator. I have been fortunate to work at non-profits that don't pay the usual non-profit salaries but other than that, I'm okay as long as I make enough to pay my bills and pay down my debt. But it is amazing how quickly you get used to making more.

  • tiffanybbrown

    I've been fortunate to always like *the work* and usually like *the job.* But I feel like money is becoming the point rather than doing challenging work, fulfilling work, personal growth and good deeds.