A Chance Meeting on a Mumbai Local Train
It was a regular humid afternoon in Mumbai. The local train buzzed with life as a 45-year-old lady, dressed in a crisp cotton kurta and a diamond-studded watch, glanced around.
She was a CEO of a public limited company, used to boardroom battles and billion-rupee decisions.
Suddenly, a boy about 12 years old came into her view.
He was selling chocolates with a smile that could light up the entire compartment.
Curious, she waved him over.
The 100-Question Conversation Begins
The Lady’s First Curiosity
Lady: “What’s your name, beta?”
Boy: “My name is Aryan, madam.”
Lady: “How old are you?”
Boy: “I’m 12 years old.”
Lady: “Which class do you study in?”
Boy: “Seventh standard, madam.”
Lady: “Which school?”
Boy: “Municipal School, Dadar.”
Lady: “Why are you selling chocolates?”
Boy: “To support my education and SIP investments.”
(The lady raised her eyebrows. SIP? A 12-year-old?)
The Deeper Questions Begin
And then it rolled into rapid fire… Here’s the full flow with simple short Q&A type conversation.
Lady: “What is SIP?”
Boy: “Systematic Investment Plan. Monthly investing in mutual funds.”
Lady: “How did you learn about it?”
Boy: “Through NLP techniques and reading.”
Lady: “NLP? What’s that?”
Boy: “Neuro-Linguistic Programming. The science of mind and behavior.”
Lady: “How does NLP help you?”
Boy: “It teaches me focus, discipline, and goal setting.”
Lady: “Who taught you NLP?”
Boy: “My father, madam.”
Lady: “What does your father do?”
Boy: “He is a small NLP trainer.”
Lady: “Why aren’t you in a better school?”
Boy: “Because fees are high. But knowledge is everywhere.”
Lady: “How much do you sell daily?”
Boy: “Around ₹400 worth.”
Lady: “How much do you save?”
Boy: “₹200 daily goes into my SIP.”
Lady: “At 12? You save ₹6000 monthly?”
Boy: “Yes, madam.”
Lady: “Where do you invest?”
Boy: “In a bluechip equity mutual fund.”
Lady: “Who helped you set it up?”
Boy: “My father’s friend, a SEBI-registered advisor.”
Lady: “Why not spend on video games?”
Boy: “Because my future needs compounding, not gaming.”
Lady: “Where did you learn about compounding?”
Boy: “The Rule of 72.”
Lady: “What is Rule of 72?”
Boy: “72 divided by interest rate = years to double money.”
Lady: “Who is your role model?”
Boy: “Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, madam.”
Lady: “What is your dream?”
Boy: “To become financially free by 30.”
Lady: “How much corpus are you targeting?”
Boy: “₹2 crore by 30 years.”
Lady: “At 6000 monthly?”
Boy: “With step-up SIP and bonus earnings.”
Lady: “Do you track your returns?”
Boy: “Yes, every quarter.”
Lady: “Which platform you use?”
Boy: “Groww app, madam.”
Lady: “You use mobile?”
Boy: “My father’s old smartphone.”
Lady: “What’s your portfolio return now?”
Boy: “Around 14% CAGR.”
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(Continue 100 Q&A like this… Fast, simple, childlike but wise replies)
Fast-forward to Important Key Conversations (few snippets)
Lady: “Have you ever lost money?”
Boy: “Market dips, not my hope.”
Lady: “What about failures?”
Boy: “Feedback, not failure.”
Lady: “Are you afraid of recession?”
Boy: “No. I buy more in dips.”
Lady: “What if mutual funds collapse?”
Boy: “Asset allocation saves me.”
Lady: “Do you believe in insurance?”
Boy: “Yes, for my parents first.”
Lady: “What motivates you daily?”
Boy: “Small wins. Big dreams.”
Lady: “How do you stay positive?”
Boy: “By visualizing my dreams daily.”
Lady: “Any mantra you follow?”
Boy: “Discipline over motivation.”
Lady: “Any book you love?”
Boy: “‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ and ‘Think and Grow Rich’.”
The Lady Was Deeply Moved
As the train neared Churchgate, she felt something shifting inside her.
Despite her crores, something this small boy had, she lacked: pure hunger and perfect discipline.
Tears welled up slightly. She took Aryan’s hand.
Lady: “Beta, today you taught me more than any MBA could.”
Boy: smiling brightly “Thank you, madam. Keep investing. Keep compounding.”
Cashbabu Gyan: The Moral of the Story
Money is not about what you earn, but what you keep, grow, and protect.
NLP teaches you mindset. SIP teaches you discipline.
Together, they create unstoppable success.
In this Mumbai local train, a poor boy selling chocolates became richer than a millionaire — not in cash, but in clarity, courage, and commitment.
Start early. Invest smart. Stay humble. Be unstoppable.
– Team Cashbabu
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How can NLP help in achieving financial goals?
NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) trains your mind to focus, set clear goals, and develop powerful habits. It helps remove emotional blocks like fear and doubt, making it easier to stay disciplined with investments like SIPs.
2. Why is starting a SIP at a young age important?
Starting early allows your money to benefit from the magic of compounding. Even small amounts invested regularly can grow into a massive corpus over 15–20 years.
3. How much should a student save and invest monthly?
Even saving and investing ₹500–₹1000 monthly in a SIP is a great start for students. Consistency matters more than the amount initially.
4. Can mutual funds provide financial freedom?
Yes, when you invest regularly, choose the right funds, stay patient during market ups and downs, and allow compounding to work, mutual funds can help achieve financial independence over time.
5. How can discipline be more powerful than motivation in investing?
Motivation fades with emotions, but discipline builds habits. Regular SIP investments done with discipline ensure success, even when markets crash or when life throws challenges.
Deep cashbabu guide: What you need to internalize?
“Success doesn’t wait for degrees or bank balances. It bows to discipline, emotional intelligence, and the courage to act consistently—even if you’re just a boy selling chocolates. SIP karo, seekhte raho, aur financial freedom ka safar jeet lo.”
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