Inflation isn’t just an abstract economic concept or a force of nature, it quietly erodes your purchasing power, diminishing your savings over time. But where exactly does inflation come from, and how can you protect yourself?

How long does it take to double your money? This trick will show you — without a calculator. The Rule of 72 helps you estimate how many years it will take to double your money based on a fixed annual return.

The Hidden Problem

We’re taught that self-care is bubble baths, candles, maybe yoga on a good day. Or taking ourselves out to go shopping for shoes. Remember Carrie Bradshaw in Sex And The City when she realizes that she spent 40,000 US dollars on shoes? 100 pairs à 400 USD each. You can literally see the coin drop when she does the math in her head.