We overvalue nonessentials like a nicer car or house, or even intangibles like the number of our followers on Twitter or the way we look in our Facebook photos. As a result, we neglect activities that are truly essential, like spending time with our loved ones, or nurturing our spirit, or taking care of our health.

Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less (ed. Crown Business, 2014) - ISBN: 9780804137393