Once you start investing, you’ll want to check your portfolio all the time.

You’ll see prices go up, down, sideways and your emotions with them.

That’s normal.

But here’s the truth most people never learn…

Before you invest in anything, you need to know why you’re investing.

Because investing isn’t about chasing trends or beating the market.

It’s about aligning your money with your life — your values, your time, your plans.

Everything starts with you.

Inflation sounds technical and like something central banks deal with, not you.

But in reality, it’s the most important concept to understand if you want to stay free.

Because inflation doesn’t just make things more expensive.

It makes your money worth less. Slowly, silently, every day.

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.