Money Can Buy Happiness: How to Spend to Get the Life You Want

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YOU CAN AFFORD TO BE HAPPY MP Dunleavey personal finance columnist for the New York Times and creator of the award-winning Women in Red column on MSN Money presents a radical new plan for attaining happinessand it doesnt involve taking money out of the equation. The secret to true and lasting contentment is learning how to spend your cash. Dont just spend oninvest in yourself! Learn how to use your money to buy: More Time Less Stuff Better Health Stronger Relationships Greater Confidence Rewarding Hobbies Life-enhancing Skills Financial Security Peace of Mind How many times have you been told money cant buy happiness? Its time to abandon this old chestnut because money is a powerful tool which can in fact buy you all of the things you never thought it could: peace of mind a healthier lifestyle more time to do the things you love stronger relationships security and loads of fun. In a world where were bombarded with the temptations of conspicuous consumption personal finance columnist MP Dunleavey presents an antidote to empty spending. Through quizzes worksheets real life examples and sound financial advice MP shows you how to stop throwing your money away on fleeting pleasures like the hot new designer handbag or the biggest house on the block and start investing in your own portfolio of happiness. Reallocating your assets to reflect what really satisfies you is the way to enjoy a life of true wealth. Money Can Buy Happiness is for anyone who believes finishing happy is more important than finishing rich.