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Inside the lives of America's anxious 1% - who hide housekeepers and nannies and don't think they're actually rich

Ashley LutzNov 7, 2017, 23:42 IST

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It's not always easy being in the 1%.

Rachel Sherman's book "Uneasy Street" highlights the lives of America's top earners and the anxieties they face, including guilt and comparing themselves to their wealthy friends.

The New York Times also highlighted the anxiety of rich people in a recent article, saying "wealth frequently comes with a bundle of expectations."

Here are some surprising insights into the anxiety of being rich.