Money Dysmorphia Is Real—Here’s What Wealth Actually Looks Like Now

Vita Magazine
April 22, 2026.

Kate Murdoch, Wealth Advisor at Richardson Wealth, unpacks the rise of “money dysmorphia,” the hidden role of debt, and how to redefine wealth on your own terms.

Money dysmorphia is a disconnect between how someone perceives their financial situation and what’s true on paper. We’re living in an environment where comparison is constant, headlines can create financial anxiety, and social media can distort what stability and success really look like.

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