I hit a salary number I used to dream about and somehow still feel stretched. Between childcare housing and insurance there is not much left at the end of the month. It makes me question how meaningful raises really are. Do you measure progress by salary or by how much breathing room you have?

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For me it's all about how much I'm able to save at the end of the month. Having a high salary doesn't mean much when it's all eaten up by the cost of living. I'm making more than ever but I'm also spending more than ever and it's kind of a constant spiral.

I measure progress by salary because that's a real number. It's not the only criteria I'd consider when it comes to feeling successful, but it's the most obvious. In the current economy it can feel like we're moving backwards, but that's all the more reason why raises matter.

The bigger the salary the bigger the expenses.

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