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Morgan Housel has sold over 10 million copies of The Psychology of Money — and his newest book might be even more powerful.

In our interview, he shared a story that perfectly captures why we struggle with spending: He was standing on a balcony in Maui watching a gorgeous sunset, and all he could think about was "when can I come back?"

That's how dopamine works. It never lets you enjoy what's in front of you.

Swipe through for his 3 essential money habits, the wealth equation most people get wrong, and a simple exercise that can completely reframe how you think about money and success.

The punchline? Nobody's obituary mentions their salary or square footage. They mention whether you were a good parent, friend and citizen.

Ramit Sethi says "we can't afford it" and "we don't talk about money" leave marks for decades. Here's why knowing your numbers isn't enough — you also need to master your money psychology. Swipe through.