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This pressure to appear wealthy can lead to dangerous financial decisions. People may resort to solutions like "buy now, pay later," a trend that has been rapidly rising as many consumers spend beyond their means trying to keep up with what they perceive is a standard. This behavior can result in debt accumulation, reinforcing the cycle of comparison.
The message here emphasizes that those in debt—often from trying to match lifestyle standards set by social media—are not alone. It’s vital to recognize this behavior is not just common but a consequence of the format of social sharing which promotes a narrow view of reality.