Why Paying Off Debt Matters More Than Ever in 2026
When was the last time you looked at your debt, not just as a number, but as a weight you’re carrying into your future?
Back when I was stuck in the cycle of paycheck-to-paycheck living (cheque in the UK!), debt felt like background noise.
Something to manage, not something to conquer.
But as the world shifted, costs rising, job security evaporating, and digital opportunities exploding, I realized: debt isn’t just a financial burden. It’s a barrier to every dream you’ve quietly put on hold.

