Got my first bonus at 24 and put the entire amount into a single small-cap mutual fund because a colleague said it would double in a year. It lost 30% in eight months. Still hold it, still haven't told anyone how much I lost.

I took a top-up loan to fund my sister's wedding and told my wife it was for a car down payment. Two years later I'm still paying it off quietly from a separate account and the guilt is worse than the EMI.

My Confession About Money Money is one of the most important parts of our lives, yet we often hesitate to talk openly about it. We all have different relationships with money. For some, it represents security and freedom, while for others, it can be a source of stress, pressure, and anxiety. My confession is that I have often thought about money more than I would like to admit. Sometimes, I feel that having enough money can make life easier. It can provide better opportunities, help us take care of our families, and allow us to fulfil our dreams. At the same time, I have realised that money cannot buy everything. It cannot replace love, happiness, peace of mind, or genuine relationships. I also confess that I sometimes compare my life with others based on what they have. Seeing someone with expensive clothes, a beautiful house, or a luxurious lifestyle can make me wonder if I am doing enough in life. However, I am slowly learning that everyone’s journey is different. What we see from the outside does not always show the complete reality.

The first salary I earned was 2500.

As a student, I don't have a personal income yet. I try to save money from the pocket money I receive and avoid unnecessary spending. This habit is helping me become more financially responsible.

I ended up investing in mutual funds and had a great lose

Salary helps in survival

Instead of saving whatever is left at the end of the month, try saving a small portion of your money as soon as you receive it. Even saving a little regularly helps build financial discipline and creates an emergency fund over time.

30,000. I invest in stocks, others for my needs and some in mutual funds

I'm still a student,but I already worry about salary more than my exams

I stopped chasing quick money and started building lasting wealth. That's when everything changed

I saved ₹10,000 as a college student by cutting down on unnecessary expenses and being careful with my pocket money. I stopped spending on things I did not really need, kept a small amount aside every week, and slowly built up my savings. It felt great to see that small, consistent savings can turn into a big amount.

Investing didn't make me rich overnight, but it made me disciplined every single day.