I've always worked hard, but I've always felt stuck. As a child, my parents would tell me, "Don't waste money recklessly," and, "If you're rich, people will envy you." Perhaps those words have ingrained themselves in me, so even when opportunities to make a lot of money present themselves, I hesitate, overcome by anxiety and fear. Even if my income does increase, unexpected expenses quickly arise, sending me back to square one. I tell myself, "This amount of money is enough," but deep down, I struggle with the desire to live better and the guilt of wondering, "Do I really deserve it?" Now, I truly want to escape this frustrating situation.