The Science of Getting Rich

[Barry]

Hi,

As a group we've finished reading this book and are moving onto recommending Oli Hille's "Creating Your Perfect Lifestyle". The discussions about the Science of Getting Rich are by no means over though. Please share your thoughts about this book here.

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I personally feel that this book is not very well named, there's a lot more to it than the vain chasing of wealth for its own ends, as the title seems to suggest to me. Nevertheless, if you find yourself objecting to the title of the book on principle, then perhaps it is not the fault of the book, but because your attitude toward wealth and money could be healthier than they are right now?

[Marge]

I wouldn't want great monetary wealth in the first place. The most valuable things in life are free, as the adage goes. I'd not buy this book from the (misleading, perhaps) title, for that reason - but then I'm not looking for self-help books. :) But one of my friends is always interested in such. And she's one of the best-adjusted people I know.

[Barry]

I respect that. Money isn't an end in itself, and if you have the lifestyle you want and aren't limited in the things you want to achieve by lack of funds then that's wonderful. On the other hand if you are, this book may lend an interesting perspective on how to improve one's attitudes towards money. The book mainly advocates maintaining a sense of gratitude, giving more than you take, and creating, not consuming. It is also free in ebook form. By the way, nice touching base with you again, Marge, it's been a while :)

[Marge]

Hi Barry! Nice to touch base with you too. I think that the premise you describe that lies within this book is excellent -- monitored with a dash of wisdom and reality. People are fallible. Paying it forward is one thing, but all situations are different.
Anyway I'm not going to question your opinion, which I respect a great deal, and haven't read the book. I'm glad that it may help others!