As for the deflationary super cycle for 40 years, this is true, but a bubble might very well be brewing(which is my belief, and why it is wise to have investments to hedge against them).

As for GAS, in my location $4.45/Gal. Not exactly $10 but not completely off.

Yes, there is a great deal more consumers that is a true fact -- this chart wasn't meant to be a major complaint against why things are more expensive, just to illustrate how goods always rise.

It is a natural process as you stated, but for many with low income or even skilled income -- I'm not sure the cost of goods will always be so on par with wage increases.

Thus, for people of all kinds they should be making investments in Crypto & Gold.