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Thinking too much...

We are our own worst enemy. Humans think too much. It took me four years to work on my financial health — four years of compounding interest, four years of dreaming about early retirement, four years of procrastination. Thinking back, did I know I needed to take immediate action? Definitely, yes! So why did it take me four years to finally get things going? The answer is simple: priority . Investing simply wasn’t my priority. It was more of a want than a need . 🏜️ A Perspective on Priority Imagine being stranded in a scorching desert with no source of water. Not a sip in three days — and soon, you’ll die of thirst. Your body will be so dehydrated that you'll be too weak to move. Hallucinations will set in, and eventually, you’ll fall into a coma and die a slow, painful death. At that point, water isn’t just a need — it becomes your only priority . Now, imagine you find a broken bottle with some liquid residue inside. It could be dew, rainwater, or something unknown. Wou...

"Finally... I want to start my investing journey, what should I do?"

“I get asked this question a lot: What should someone do when they’re ready to start investing?” It’s a great question—but one that can feel overwhelming. There’s just so much information out there, and diving into it can be intimidating. Most people start with one simple goal: to grow their money and improve their financial situation. While that’s definitely a solid reason, it’s just one of many. Others include beating inflation, retiring early, or building passive income streams. The truth is, the motivation to start investing is deeply personal. Everyone has their own reason—something compelling enough to push them toward that first step. And that first step? Don’t underestimate it. Many people never take it. The decision to start investing can’t be forced. It has to feel right. Like eating, drinking, or sleeping—no one needs to remind you when the time comes. You just know . We often hear the phrase: “Action speaks louder than words.” That’s true, but when it comes to investing, ...