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March 06, 2008

Simple Prosperity or "Punching Lions"

I'm not big on "self-improvement," "personal growth," or "productivity/prosperity" books (since I am pretty much perfect, handsome, and wealthy as-is)...but David Wann's "Simple Prosperity: Finding Real Wealth In A Sustainable Lifestyle" seems like a great read.

The Simple Dollar has a really good write-up of the important points including things that I am beginning/struggling to adhere to&nbsp; like "buy fewer, higher-quality items," "time as a measure of prosperity," "social capital," happiness and enjoyment.&nbsp;

I have requested this book from my local library.

Kat remains skeptical:

Kat: "buy quality things that you don't have to fight to use"
Kat: i can't think of anything i fight to use
Kat: punching my pants in the morning
Kat: drop-kicking my purse
Tim: Lions

Clampants | March 6, 2008 01:47 PM

Comments

That sounds like a great book. I think it was someone at 43folders who said, "Everyone hates self improvement books unless they help you."

I've been trying mindful buying to curb my video game and book buying habit (I'm not done with the last one yet!) and I've been doing get rid of 2 for each 1 similar item I've bought (often a fantastic no-punch-necessary item). These things have led to much happiness.

Erik Mallinson | March 6, 2008 08:28 PM

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