The 5 Types of Wealth

A Transformative Guide to Design Your Dream Life by Sahil Bloom

Author

Andrew Levine
February 25, 2025

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True wealth isn’t just money—it’s the freedom to live life on your terms.

— Sahil Bloom, The 5 Types of Wealth

Being rich isn’t about what you have—it’s about how you live.

In The 5 Types of Wealth, Sahil Bloom flips the script on what it means to be truly rich. He breaks down five essential pillars—money, time, health, relationships, and purpose—proving that real success isn’t just about earning more, but living better.

SMARTEST TAKEAWAYS
The 5 Types of Wealth

1️⃣ Financial Wealth: Money matters, but only as a tool. Build financial security so you have the freedom to pursue what truly fulfills you.

2️⃣ Social Wealth: Your relationships define your life. Prioritize deep, meaningful connections over surface-level status.

3️⃣ Physical Wealth: Health is the ultimate asset. Without it, no amount of money can buy happiness or longevity.

4️⃣ Mental Wealth: A strong, resilient mind allows you to handle challenges, make better decisions, and find joy in the journey.

5️⃣ Time Wealth: The most finite resource. A rich life isn’t about how much money you have—it’s about how much time you control.

Sahil Bloom is an inspirational writer and content creator, captivating millions of people every week through his social insights and bi-weekly newsletter The Curiosity Chronicle.

INSIGHTFUL EXAMPLE
The Bank Account Test

Imagine waking up tomorrow with double the money you have now. Would your life instantly feel richer?

Now, imagine waking up with double the time, energy, and deep relationships. Would that change feel even bigger?

Bloom argues that while financial wealth matters, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Without time to enjoy it, health to sustain it, and relationships to share it with, money alone can feel empty. True wealth isn’t just about growing your bank account—it’s about designing a life that feels as good as it looks.

BOOK FACTS
The 5 Types of Wealth

  • First Published: February 4, 2025

  • Print length: 400 pages

  • Listening length: 10:25

  • Ratings: 4.8 Amazon, 4.4 Goodreads

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  • Just show up, have fun, and meet new people. You might just learn something too!

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