• radix@lemmy.world
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      10 months ago

      Yep. One’s lifestyle (almost) always expands to fit their means.

      As soon as you make what feels “comfortable,” you’ll want another 10-20k.

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        10 months ago

        Yep. It’s much better to focus on your quality of life right now, while keeping an eye on the back of your head for the future but I saw so many people just sacrificing everything to get that extra 20% salary, without realising inflation catches up to it faster than you get raises.

        I want the salary that allows me to be independent, take care of my family and have time to spend with them, and that doesn’t involve crushing my soul. Living life as happy as possible right now is more important than whatever magical number you think will solve all your problems. Personally I’m trying to achieve that by being a freelance in a passion field.