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The High Price of Materialism

Summary:

The book explores how a strong cultural emphasis on materialism and consumerism undermines our well-being, happiness, and environmental sustainability. It presents evidence that materialistic values are associated with lower life satisfaction and proposes ways to shift towards more intrinsic goals that promote a healthier, more fulfilling life.

Key points:

1. Materialism vs. Happiness: Kasser shows that wanting more possessions can lead to unhappiness, anxiety, and depression, and less self-fulfillment and energy.

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