Are you managing your money wisely? Learn simple strategies to secure your financial future | Blog by Rohan Biswas | Phoenix
Walking is my therapy. With each step, I find myself in conversation with my thoughts, diving deep into self-reflection. It's during these walks that I contemplate who I am, where I want to go, and how I can grow. For me, walking isn’t just movement; it’s a journey inward, an opportunity to realign, recharge, and reimagine a better version of myself. Last year, in 2023, my father faced a financial setback that shook our family, as he is the sole earning member. While he was recovering, I had saved some money in August with plans to buy my dream mountain bike. Learning to cycle with my friends Mayukh and Mohul had been a thrilling experience, and I thought the bike (worth ₹5,000) would cheer me up during those tough times. So, I bought it. And it was a mistake. After riding it for just two days, I abandoned it and returned to walking. That’s when I realized my mistake—the bike was an emotional purchase, a desire, not a need. This experience taught me a valuable lesson: I ...