Why It Feels Like You’ll Never Catch Up

Check out our December video essay, "Why It Feels Like You’ll Never Catch Up," where Chelsea dives into America's pervasive culture of scarcity, and just how much capitalism thrives on you feeling like you'll never have enough.

Joe Lilli
 

  • @NamaTheNerd says:

    You’re killing it!

  • @iamPudding says:

    I appreciate the dissection of the issues this channel provides, and want the next step now: please delve deeper on what to do next and “build those communities” etc because just like no one is addressing and calling out these things, no one is giving practical advice on how to move forward.

  • @videogalwatch says:

    Agree with these concepts & hope we as Americans would elevate. But does imbue some level of guilt… until you compare with other cultures. Neuroscience needs to chime in.

  • @SuperWarbringer666 says:

    OMFG THATS SO TRUE!!! IT ALL MAKES SENSE NOW!!! THANKS SO MUCH MYFD

  • @KatelynnCox-qb5er says:

    I just turned 44 and feel like I’m late to the investing game, with barely any portfolio aside from my 401(k). I’ve managed to save over $220k in cash, but with inflation soaring yet again, I’m growing increasingly worried about retirement. My goal is to retire at 55, so how can I best maximize my savings to achieve this?

    • @PaulWard-nr5rj says:

      Retirement is more challenging now than it used to be. It’s all about finding the right balance between your risk tolerance and long-term goals. You might want to consult an advisor who can help you diversify your portfolio to reduce risk while aiming for growth.

    • @HaroldSimmons-mf3ep says:

      I agree completely. I’ve always leaned on an advisor for guidance, especially after suffering a major portfolio loss in early 2020 during the COVID outbreak. Since then, I’ve made subsequent investments and am now semi-retired, working just 7.5 hours a week. I’m currently about 25% short of my $1 million retirement goal.

    • @EthanWalter-wn3mk says:

      Thanks for sharing your experience! I’ve been managing my portfolio on my own, but it hasn’t been working out well.

    • @EthanWalter-wn3mk says:

      Do you have any recommendations for a reliable investment advisor? I could really use some help.

    • @HaroldSimmons-mf3ep says:

      My CFA, Joseph Nick Cahill, is highly respected in his field. I recommend looking him up online—you’ll find all his credentials and details about his expertise. With many years of experience, he’s a great resource for navigating the complexities of the financial market.

  • @marxcherry says:

    agree!! society’s productivity has sky rocketed (thanks to capitalism!) but its clear a change is now required since it has also lead to the benefits of that productivity being concentrated within the hands of a tiny minority of people. market logic is inherently unjust

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