The relationship between money and happiness is surprisingly weak, which may stem in
part from the way people spend it. Drawing on empirical research, we propose eight
principles designed to help consumers get more happiness for their money. Specifically, we
suggest that consumers should (1) buy more experiences and fewer material goods;(2) use
their money to benefit others rather than themselves;(3) buy many small pleasures rather
than fewer large ones;(4) eschew extended warranties and other forms of overpriced …