Cost of cashback
Title: The Cost of Cashback: A Reflection on Greed Disguised as Gain By Sugyan Nanda In a world increasingly driven by digital payments and marketing gimmicks, cashback offers have emerged as a new temptation. The idea is simple and catchy: spend a certain amount, and you’ll get a small percentage back. It seems like a win-win — but lately, I’ve realized that this so-called "gain" is silently draining my wallet, and more importantly, my sense of control. I started using cashback schemes with the mindset of saving money. After all, if I was going to spend anyway, why not earn something back? But over time, I found myself spending just to get cashback, not because I needed to. I was transferring money unnecessarily, making purchases I didn't need, all in the hope of earning a small reward. The worst part? Often, the cashback amount I received didn’t even match the hype that pulled me in. It became a habit — one that seemed harmless but was financially and psychologically ...