Why a $100K Salary Still Feels Like Poverty (The Lifestyle Math)

Why does a $100,000 salary still feel like poverty for so many people? On paper, $100K sounds like success. But in real life, millions of high earners still feel stressed, stuck, and broke. In this video, we break down the hidden math behind why earning more doesn’t always make you feel richer — and how the system quietly keeps people trapped. You’ll learn: • Why $100K today feels nothing like it did 10 years ago • How lifestyle inflation slowly eats every raise • The real reason expenses rise faster than income • Why “earning more” alone never leads to wealth • Simple mindset shifts to escape the $100K trap This video isn’t about blaming your income or shaming your spending. It’s about understanding how modern money actually works — and how to make smarter financial decisions inside the system. If you want to build real wealth (freedom, flexibility, peace of mind) — not just a high salary — this video is for you. 👇 Watch till the end for the one key takeaway most people completely miss. Subscribe for clear, practical finance explanations every week — no hype, no fake gurus, just real money logic.