Why does having more so rarely feel like enough? The Psychology of Enough explores the emotional patterns, social pressures, and cognitive biases that shape money decisions—especially when inflation makes every choice feel urgent. Mick Southerland shows how fear, status, scarcity thinking, lifestyle creep, and the endless chase for security can quietly undermine both wealth and peace of mind. Across thirty practical chapters, readers learn to define their own version of enough, resist panic and herd behavior, build psychological safety through saving, make calmer investment choices, and use money as a tool rather than a measure of worth. Grounded in clear examples and durable principles, this book offers a thoughtful path toward wiser financial decisions, stronger relationships, and lasting contentment in an age designed to keep people wanting more.
Why does having more so rarely feel like enough? The Psychology of Enough explores the emotional patterns, social pressures, and cognitive biases that shape money decisions—especially when inflation makes every choice feel urgent. Mick Southerland shows how fear, status, scarcity thinking, lifest...