From "Consolations for not having enough money"

The Consolations of Philosophy

by Alain De Botton

Happiness, an acquisition list

1. fabulous house
2. private jet
3. country villa
4. expansive library
5. luxurious dining room
6. luxurious bedroom
7. perfect bathroom
8. money sufficient to allow one to live on the interest of the interest
9. penthouse apartment for weekends, filled with fabulous things

or...

Happiness, an Epicurean acquisition list

1. friendship
2. freedom
3. thought

Happiness may be difficult to attain. The obstacles are not primarily financial.




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