Gee I wonder where the idea that if you get paid more than you "deserve" you won't wanna

Gee I wonder where the idea that if you get paid more than you "deserve" you won't wanna quit.
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(Title is just a guess since I can't find it, probably from Reddit)

What? People don't want financial security and the ability to retire at 40 if they feel like it? Or the ability to treat their family to toys and trips?