Discussion Topic: Inconspicuous vs. Conspicuous Consumption

Book Title: The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom by Jonathon Haidt (Part 2 / 5)

In this episode, we dive into Part 2 of our five-part series reflecting on 'The Happiness Hypothesis' by Jonathan Haidt. We explore the intriguing concepts of conspicuous and inconspicuous consumption — what they mean, how they impact our lives, and the role of social media in blurring the lines between them. While conspicuous consumption is about displaying wealth and status, inconspicuous consumption focuses on personal fulfilment. Join us as we discuss how consuming values for personal growth and sharing only the meaningful byproducts can lead to a more content and purpose-driven life.

00:00 Introduction and Recap

00:30 Book Overview: The Happiness Hypothesis

02:06 Inconspicuous vs. Conspicuous Consumption

05:12 Social Media's Impact on Consumption

06:22 Living Your Values and Sharing Art

07:29 Personal Reflections on Consumption

16:18 The Cancun Story: A Reflection on Social Media

18:08 Boyfriends of Instagram: The Reality Behind the Photos

19:18 The Philosophy of Inconspicuous Consumption

21:38 Living Your Values: A Personal Reflection

29:16 The Most Interesting Man in the World: An Ideal

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