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I'm scared to death of being poor. It's like a fat girl who loses 500 pounds but is always fat inside. I grew up poor and will always feel poor inside. It's my pet paranoia.

I'm scared to death of being poor. It's like a fat girl who

Summary

This quote describes the fear of poverty, comparing it to the experience of a formerly overweight person who still feels overweight despite losing weight. The speaker reveals that growing up poor has left a lasting impact on them, resulting in a persistent feeling of poverty deep within. This fear is described as a recurring and deeply ingrained paranoia, emphasizing the emotional and psychological impact that financial struggles can have on a person's well-being.

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