Money. That is what most people think will fix everything. But one tech millionaire’s story is flipping that idea on its head, and the internet can’t stop talking about it.
This U.S.-based tech pro, with $4 million tucked away, dropped a bombshell on Blind, the anonymous app where workers spill secrets. He said he is rich but miserable. Despite the wealth, he is on Lexapro, battling anxiety, and watching market dips like they are disasters. One post, and suddenly, everyone in tech had something to say.
He called out how every dip in the market feels like losing years of his life. The stakes, he says, only get higher the more you earn.
He also dropped a detail that really stuck. He was happier in college, broke and working as a server. No investments, no stress, just regular life. That contrast hit a nerve with readers and sparked a much bigger conversation.
Money Doesn’t Equal Happiness
Sure! Money might fix your bills, but it doesn’t quiet your mind. Psychologists have studied this for years. One big reason? We adapt fast. That shiny new number in your bank account stops feeling impressive real quick. It is called the hedonic treadmill.
One Blind commenter nailed it: “The richest I ever felt was when my savings hit $10k. I now have over $1 million and stress more than ever.”
Another issue is loss aversion. People feel the pain of losing money more than the joy of gaining it. So, when someone has millions in stocks, every market dip can feel like a crisis. That is what this techie meant when he said downturns leave him feeling hopeless, even when he knows it is temporary.
You Can’t Buy Purpose
Another huge point that kept coming up? Meaning. Just having money doesn’t give life direction. One commenter said it straight: “You have nothing except money in your life, find some purpose.” That hit hard because it is true. Purpose and meaning matter more than digits in your portfolio.
The techie’s story reminds us how easy it is to focus so much on earning that we forget to actually live.
However, what made this post blow up wasn’t just one person’s pain. It is that his story felt familiar to thousands of other tech workers. One reply said, “Half of Meta is on anxiety medication.” That might sound extreme, but it points to something real. The tech world is full of stress, competition, and pressure to keep climbing.
These jobs pay well, sure. But they often come with long hours, performance reviews, and stock-based compensation that ties your net worth to the stock market. That is a recipe for burnout, not peace of mind.
Toxic Culture Wrapped in a Paycheck
Some replies didn’t mince words. They called tech a “toxic industry” and said the real fix is to get out. That might sound dramatic, but when so many people in a high-paying field are openly struggling, it is worth asking if the problem is deeper than individual mental health.
When people are quitting million-dollar jobs just to feel okay again, money clearly isn’t the fix. It is a red flag.