Most people believe one thing:
“If I just make more money… everything will be fine.”
So you hustle. You grind. You chase that next raise.
And it works.
You go from $40,000… to $60,000… to $100,000 a year.
But instead of freedom, something strange happens.
Your expenses grow… just as fast as your income.
This is called lifestyle inflation.
You upgrade your car.
You move into a nicer apartment.
You eat out more. Travel more. Spend more.
At first, it feels like success.
But slowly… quietly