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Advice on Prioritizing Self-Investment
“If you're a person in your early 20s, don't hesitate to spend money on things that improve your productivity,” Shrivastava wrote. “Buy that MacBook, NC headphones, gym membership, get a maid to cook you food and clean your house, and buy all the books you want.”
He further emphasized that investing in personal growth during the early years of one’s career can yield immense long-term benefits. “Early 20s is the time to invest in yourself and increase your own earning potential. No investment can give higher returns, ever!” he added.
Mixed Reactions: Some Agree, Others Disagree
While his advice resonated with some, others raised concerns about its practicality. In the same post, Shrivastava offered an important disclaimer: “None of this should put you into debt. If it does, try to change your job!” This added caution helped to balance his perspective, but the reactions were still mixed.
Many users agreed with the core message of investing in self-improvement, but some felt the advice was too idealistic or only applicable to those in certain financial situations. One user pointed out, “Only applies if you don’t have other responsibilities,” while another commented, “Great advice if you are earning a
