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by tomp 2372 days ago
But that’s not what’s being discussed. Does optimism actually make you live a longer and more successful life, or is your life equally short and shitty, you just enjoy it more?
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If you enjoy it more, it's less shitty by definition...
Many of the wealthiest people are unhappy
Wealth is a poor measure of success. In fact, I'd argue it's a side effect of success.