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3325: Why Lifestyle Inflation is Harmful and How to Avoid it by Mr. Finer on Living Well Without Overspending


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Episode 3325:

Mr. Finer breaks down the subtle yet powerful trap of lifestyle inflation, showing how incremental upgrades in spending can quietly sabotage financial independence. By focusing on maximizing happiness and utility instead of status, he offers clear strategies to recognize and resist the pressure to constantly "upgrade" your life.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mrfiner.com/why-lifestyle-inflation-is-harmful-and-how-to-avoid-it/

Quotes to ponder:

“There is enough to meet everyone’s needs but not enough to meet everyone’s greed!”

“Lifestyle inflation is like a hole in a tire. You can pump in air, but the tire will not get full until the hole is plugged.”

“Maximize for happiness, not for status.”

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