From the Ufotrail:
If Steinberk accepted that he couldn't "earn" enough to support his lifestyle then that would force him (or at least any rational person) to reign in his spending and live within his means. That is something he will never do. Despite people like DB saying he must really genuinely be desperate I think this confirms the opposite.
Desperate people make changes no matter how difficult it might be. Gene never even contemplates controlling his spending. Anybody could live off the money he gets each month - they wouldn't necessarily live well, but it would be enough to live a modest life and many people do get by with similar and even lesser amounts.
The fact is Steinberk thinks he is entitled to a 5 star lifestyle to the point where he prioritises things like a nice car, gadgets and eating out instead of necessities like accomodation. He expects everyone else to pay for the shortfall.
He is not desperate he is right where he wants to be and right where he has put himself.
Exactly but once again dealing with this reality would mean Gene having to make changes such as getting a real job. He is happy sitting on his rear end all day and living his life online. He has said before he that he doesn't see any point in doing a real job and that is beneath him.