King Sasanka – Sri Lankan Writer & Retired Aviation Professional.

H ave you felt it lately?  Even though you’re working harder and earning more, your money just doesn’t seem to stay.  The prices are climbing, the salaries are stalling, and slowly—almost invisibly—you are becoming poorer. But here is the truth: This isn’t entirely your fault.  More importantly, there is a way to stop it.  Let's talk about what's really happening to your wallet. The Reality: Inflation is a Silent Thief We hear the word 'Inflation' on the news every day, but here is what it looks like in your hand: What cost you Rs. 1,000 just two years ago might cost you Rs. 2,000 or more today. Even if your salary hasn't changed, your 'buying power' has been cut in half. Your money is losing its value while it sits in your pocket. To survive this, you cannot afford to stay the same." The Biggest Mistake "Most people try to survive a changing economy by changing nothing.  They keep the same spending habits, the same lifestyle, and the...

The Invisible Thief: Understanding Inflation Through Three Generations Most people view wealth through the lens of nominal numbers, the figures printed on a paycheck or a bank statement.  However, these numbers are often deceptive.  To truly understand wealth, one must look past the "Money Illusion" and recognize the silent impact of inflation on our lifestyle and legacy. A Tale of Three Paychecks The reality of inflation becomes clearest when viewed through the lived experience of three successive generations.   The First Generation: My father, a dedicated civil servant, supported a family of four on a modest salary. With the help of a standard housing loan, his income was sufficient to build a family home—a "roof above our heads" that provided security and stability. The Second Generation: When I received my first paycheck, the figure was startling: it was double my father’s final salary after his forty years of service. Yet,...