But when psychologists actually study the issue, they find the opposite: that moral goods are much more effective at purchasing life satisfaction and personal happiness than material goods (This study is the first I found, and not necessarily the best, of a large number).
Not only that, but moral goods are also often the best way of gaining or maintaining status. As Shalma’s video observes, this even applies to gorillas.
Not only that, but moral goods are also often the best way of gaining or maintaining status. As Shalma’s video observes, this even applies to gorillas.