Affluenza cover

Affluenza

14 min read 18 min listen Narrated by Sam
Read Listen

Read this summary in any language — built-in translation in the reader.

What’s it about?

A diagnosis of the epidemic of overconsumption, debt, and time poverty that leaves us rich in stuff but poor in happiness—and a prescription for recovery through simplicity.

You’ll learn

  • Why more money doesn't equal more happiness
  • How advertising creates artificial dissatisfaction
  • The hidden costs of debt and time poverty
  • Steps to downshift and reconnect with what matters