The famous Netflix series Squid Game is an expression of faithfully intimate drama, troubling imagery, and nail-biting plot twists, thus gripping audiences across the globe. In this wait for Season 2, these deeper reflections about money, human nature, and survival strike a chord with most of us, just like those high-stakes games and perverse moral dilemmas.Squid Game is not only an entertainment series; it also teaches us some useful lessons about money, want, and personal choices. Let’s explore the most effective money lessons from the show that we can apply to our own lives.Easy money: Too good to be trueThe contestants gamble with their lives in competing to take home a big cash prize. But such “easy” money often comes at a fairly steep price, be it lives, relationships, or ethics.Money lesson: There is no “easy money.” Getting to wealth does call for time, effort, and sacrifice. In India, Squid Game serves as a sharp reminder of how easy money often comes at a price-often of a far higher degree- than what was first imagined, considering that the temptation for something with shortcuts-a gamble, Ponzi schemes, and war against avarice for quick loans-is always very great.Also Read | Allu Arjun, Hrithik Roshan in Squid Game India: AI video goes viralThe lure of instant gratificationThe characters in the series encounter serious financial issues and are thus lured by a fairy-tale amount of money. This is a true cultural phenomenon in India, where individuals are eager to make instant returns. In many cases, they invest with huge risks, live on credit card loans, or engage in gambling in attempts to “solve” their financial crises.Money lesson: The essence of being financially healthy is patience. Do not seek instant gratification; instead, seek long-range planning and prudent investments that lead to accumulated savings. For indeed, it takes time to amass wealth, and that is a long-run process, and not an overnight phenomenon.The power of strong relationshipsThe contestants, and at times even the audience, are in constant conflict about morality versus wealth. At times, for the sake of money, the contestants betray and compromise their morals. The bond of family, loyalty, and community shines starkly for audiences when decisions about money happen.Money lesson: It is advisable to surround yourself with capable people who understand your financial goals. In India, the role of family in financial planning and decision-making is vital, and so, it is crucial that your financial decisions are made with like-minded people within the family circle. Money is supposed to unite.Also Read | Squid Game 3 release date: Fans catch Netflix off guardDon’t let financial struggles define youMany contestants in Squid Game entered the game because they are financially desperate. But the series also reminds us that one’s financial situation doesn’t define their worth or future. It’s important to keep a sense of self-worth regardless of the numbers in your ban
Mer. Gen 29th, 2025
