The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness by Morgan Housel

It was a collection of brief chapters that were easy to read. Everyone is interested in health and money, and as you age, your interest in them grows. Both are essential for a happy life. The “PostScript” at the end of the book was the most interesting part for me.

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