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High earners experience 'money dysmorphia' amid financial stress

A significant portion of high-earning individuals, even those making over $135,000 annually, report feeling financially unfulfilled and stressed. This phenomenon, termed 'money dysmorphia,' stems from a distorted perception of one's financial reality, often exacerbated by lifestyle creep and social media comparisons. Despite substantial incomes, many struggle with anxiety and a lack of control over their finances, with younger generations like Millennials and Gen Zers being particularly affected. AI

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High earners experience 'money dysmorphia' amid financial stress

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Emma Burleigh ·

    Despite making over $135K, 1 in 5 high-earners feel ‘depressed’ when thinking about their finances—they may have ‘money dysmorphia’

    Seven in 10 Americans on six-figure salaries aren’t financially fulfilled—even wealthy Gen Zers.