'Squid Game' Echoes Real-World Financial Challenges

Let's recap what the show is about to those who didn't watch it yet (if you didn't, you should). Squid Game is about people with financial issues due to poor choices

Gambling is not a Shortcut to Financial Stability

The first episode was his daughter's birthday, and his mother reminded him to get a gift and spend time with her. He ended up winning, but it could've been a horrible situation if he had lost.

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Focus on Paying off Your Biggest Debt

Sang-woo, Gi-hun's childhood friend, was also in debt. He had so much debt that he almost killed himself. Even though he was in debt, he didn't tell anyone about it except Gi-hun

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Greed is your Worst Enemy

Don't let greed take control of you. Sang-woo, greedy and thirsty for the prize, was very desperate to the point that he chose money over his friends/companions.

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Seek Out Financial Help

If you are struggling with your finances, you should always find someone knowledgeable about finance to help you and search for the company or person. Always do your due diligence!

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Spend your Money Wisely

Since he spent all on the claw machine, he took her to an inexpensive restaurant and ate tteokbokki (Korean stir-fried rice cakes). Set financial goals because then you'll have a purpose.

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