The pinnacle of wealth-derived happiness.
The other day I read this post on Cal Newport’s Study Hacks blog. Cal describes a pattern that can be observed among many twenty-somethings, the quixotic quest for the “perfect job” or career that, if found, will result in happiness and satisfaction.
Cal makes a convincing argument that the attitudinal and work habits of an individual are more closely related to happiness than finding one’s dream job or “following your passion.” He contrasts himself to 4-Hour Workweek author Tim Ferriss, who he quotes as saying:
“But if it’s tolerable mediocrity, and you’re like, ‘Well, you know it could be worse. At least I’m getting paid.’ Then you wind up in a job that is slowly killing your soul.”