I grew up with multimillionaire parents; now my family makes an average salary. I'm totally content with my lifestyle.

Sabel Bezet grew up with wealthy parents and is now middle-class.

Courtesy of Sabel Bezet

• Sabel Bezet's parents are entrepreneurs who are multimillionaires.
• She married a pastor when she was 20, and today their household income is modest.
• She's content being able to spend more time with her kids.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Sabel Bezet. It has been edited for length and clarity.

When I was growing up, my parents were focused on building their business.