I'm living so far beyond my income that we may almost be said to be living apart.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Financial overextension creates distance from reality.
- In plain terms
- Overspending separates you from real life.
- What can you take from it?
- Live within your means.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Are you living apart?
Another view
It uses sarcasm that might miss the point.
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