A developer just landed their dream gig—six figures after grinding through retail for years. Sounds like the ultimate flex, right? Except they're spiraling. More zeros in the account, yet somehow MORE anxious about every dollar spent.

It's wild how the goalpost keeps moving. Back at minimum wage, a dinner out felt like a win. Now? That same meal hits different. Second-guessing the purchase. Scrolling receipt obsessively. The bigger the paycheck, the louder the money anxiety gets.

This hits different for anyone who's suddenly leveled up financially—whether climbing the corporate ladder or getting early wins in volatile markets. The security never arrives. It's always another zero, another expense to worry about, another "what if." Your net worth doubled, but your peace of mind? Still missing in action.