5 Secrets of Money Rich People Don’t Want You to Know About

Samy Julian
Ditch the Grind
Published in
3 min readMar 30, 2024
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Following these secrets that rich people have passed down from generation to generation will help you reach your goal of financial freedom.

1. Let Your Money Earn for You

Imagine making money while you sleep. It sounds too easy, doesn’t it? You can do this if you start thinking about making your money earn for you, not just working hard for it.

Instead of just saving your money, think about investing in things like stocks, bonds, or real estate. These investments can compound over time and give you money without you having to do anything.

2. Spend Smart & Enjoy Life

Have you ever wanted to buy the newest phone or fashionable clothes when you get extra money? Here’s a tip: the happiness from buying things fades fast, but feeling financially secure lasts much longer.

Try to live just a little below what you can afford. This doesn’t mean you can’t have fun or enjoy things. You can still treat yourself sometimes, but do it in a way that doesn’t hurt your money situation

3. Building Wealth Takes Time

Getting rich doesn’t happen overnight. It comes from being consistent and smart with your money over many years. Think about your parents, who might have bought a house that’s now worth a lot more. They didn’t get rich quickly; they built their wealth slowly by making smart choices and letting time help.

Think of saving and investing as a long journey, not a quick race. Save regularly, invest smartly, and watch your money grow over time.

4. Be Discreet with Your Wealth

Showing off your wealth might get you attention now, but it can also bring envy and problems later. It’s smarter to build your wealth in silence and focus on your financial goals.

Let your real success be your financial independence and peace of mind, not just the expensive things you can buy.

5. Beware of Emotional Spending

Have you ever bought something expensive suddenly because you were sad, only to wish you hadn’t later? That’s buying things because of emotions, and it can mess up your financial plans.

Instead of shopping to feel better, try finding other ways to deal with your feelings. Pick up a hobby, spend time with family and friends, or just go for a walk. When you’re happy with yourself, you won’t feel the need to buy things to show off.

Thanks for reading! Please share more money secrets you know of in the comments.

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Samy Julian
Ditch the Grind

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