The Index Fund of You

If I have learned anything between the ages of 20 and 25, it is that the best investments in life are the ones we make in ourselves.

The other day I relaised that since leaving college, I have invested 10k euros in my health:

2000 euros on some procedures following a health scare when I was 23
3500 euros on dental braces
3000 euros on coaching
1000 euros on counselling
500 euros on GP visits following an anxiety diagnosis

These investments have paid dividends far beyond their initial cost.

The investment in coaching has saved me countless headaches with my nutrition, and I now know how to eat properly and prioritise recovery even with a busy schedule.

Counselling has saved me countless arguments, sleepless nights and has done wonders for my physical health since getting a better grasp on how to handle my anxiety.

My braces? Well, I always wanted a better smile. This one is only a minor change comapred to counselling and coaching, but it does give me more confidence as a public speaker.

I can see an undeniable impact of each of these investments in my every day life.

And that’s just on my health.

There’s easily been a few thousand more dropped on books, courses and can’t forget Duolingo (great for keeping the mind active).

We only have one body and brain, and we have them for life,
Take good care of them!