Why do so many people make more money… and still feel broke?

This episode breaks down lifestyle creep—the silent killer of financial independence. We explore how your spending habits inflate with your income, why it’s so hard to notice until it’s too late, and what you can do to stop it before it wrecks your ability to save, invest, or retire.

📈 From goldfish metaphors to paycheck-to-paycheck stats, we unpack:

• What lifestyle creep looks like in real life
• Why raises don’t always make you richer
• How social pressure + FOMO fuel overspending
• Simple strategies to avoid the creep
• Emergency fund vs. Fun fund—yes, you need both

If you’ve ever thought “I should have more to show for what I make”… this one’s for you.

🔐 Learn how to take back control of your money—and actually feel financially free.

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