After graduating in December 2020 during the pandemic, the author moved back home to save on expenses while working remotely. This decision, although financially beneficial, was emotionally taxing and hindered personal growth. Despite the financial savings—about three-quarters of income— and lessons in money management, the lack of independence led to feelings of stagnation. The experience highlighted the balance between financial security and personal fulfillment as the author navigated the transition from student life to adulthood.
Living at home came with an emotional cost, but it taught me valuable lessons about money and happiness.
I saved roughly three-quarters of my income. I invested some of that money and kept the rest in a high-yield savings account.
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