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Making $100,000 a year might not be life-changing anymore, but 3 people share how it makes things a lot less stressful
- Three people who've earned $100,000 annually said it reduced stress but wasn't life-changing.
- Higher incomes allowed them to focus on personal growth, relationships, and financial security.
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