Back in 2014, my friend Jake, an early adopter of Bitcoin, convinced me to invest in cryptocurrencies. Skeptical yet curious, I bought a modest amount of Bitcoin at $400 per coin. Over the years, I watched in awe as its value surged, plummeted, and soared again. One day in 2017, during a particularly volatile period, I received a frantic call from Jake. He had accidentally transferred 5 Bitcoins to the wrong address, losing a small fortune in seconds. Despite the loss, Jake's optimism never wavered. He viewed it as a lesson in the chaotic yet thrilling world of cryptocurrencies. Today, as the market continues to evolve, Jake and I often reminisce about that wild ride, grateful for the financial literacy and resilience we gained along the way.