Study: Experiences make us happier than possessions →

“Even in tough economic times, you may find yourself with a bit of cash to spare. You’ve been working hard, and you want to treat yourself. Should you spend it on an experience, such as a baseball game or concert, or a material object? Psychological research suggests that, in the long run, experiences make people happier than possessions…”

Pretty interesting study, and certainly it’s my experience that shiny new things cease to delight me reasonably quickly after I acquire them.