When we only pay attention to the exception above the normal, we end up misunderstanding reality. While there is much to learn from the anomalies, it would be a mistake to expect the same results from doing the same things. 

One mistake that most people do when they start earning more is allowing lifestyle creep. The ideal way to wealth is to let your expenses stay the same while your earnings increase, which in corollary would mean you create more savings, year on year. Th...