Even rich people feel anxious about money

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Anxiety about money can occur at any level of wealth or income.

Anxiety about money can occur at any level of wealth or income.

ST ILLUSTRATION: MANNY FRANCISCO

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SINGAPORE – A senior banker friend of mine recently received what most people would consider a generous bonus. For a few weeks, she treated friends and loved ones to lavish meals and splurged on other indulgences. Then, the feeling of joy faded.

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