10 Financial LESSONS School NEVER Taught You

School taught us mitochondria and the Pythagorean theorem—but forgot to mention compound interest, taxes, or how credit scores actually work. In this video, we’re breaking down 10 essential money lessons you were never taught in school—but should’ve been. Whether you're trying to avoid debt traps, build real wealth, or just figure out what “APR” means, this is the financial crash course your high school forgot to give you.

From sneaky savings hacks to how banks really make money off you, we’re pulling back the curtain on the everyday financial systems that quietly control your life—and how to finally use them in your favor. If you’ve ever said “why didn’t anyone teach me this?” — this video is for you.

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🕒 Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 – Intro
00:40 – Time Isn’t Free
01:26 – Just Saving Money Isn’t Your Best Option
02:09 – Playing It Too Safe is Often the Riskiest Move
03:00 – Dept Is Isn’t Your Worst Enemy
03:50 – Mindset Matters
05:18 – Budgeting Isn’t About Deprivation
06:16 – The Credit Gatekeeper
07:16 – Interest Can Build Empires… or Bury You
08:16 – Taxes Are Everywhere, Not Just in April
09:14 – You’re Not Supposed to Do This Alone
10:10 – Outro