The Income Lab | Smart Money Tips for Middle-Class Indians

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🧠 “Where did all my money go?” If you've ever asked that question by the 15th of the month, this blog is for you. It doesn’t matter whether you earn ₹25,000 or ₹2,50,000 a month—most Indians are stuck in a financial hamster wheel : Salary in. Swipe, spend, splurge. Regret, wait, repeat. Sound familiar? Don’t worry—you’re not alone. And you're not bad with money . You're just trapped in a cycle no one taught you how to break. That’s why we created the 30-Day Salary Detox —a practical system that helps you reset, reflect, and rebuild your money habits in just one month. 🚨 Why the Salary Detox Is Needed Now More Than Ever Inflation is rising. Salaries feel stagnant. Even with a ₹60,000/month job, people are financially exhausted by the third week. And no, it’s not just because of spending. It’s because we: Get paid monthly Spend emotionally Budget reactively (if at all) Rely on credit to survive the last week 👉 Related: Why You’re Broke by the 2...