In my view, money stands as one of humanity's most brilliant inventions. It completely transformed how we get the things we need or want, making the process faster, easier, and far more practical. Before money existed, people had to rely on bartering - literally trading one item for another. Sounds simple, right? Not quite. Imagine needing a new chair for your home. You’d first have to find someone who had a chair they were willing to part with and, on top of that, wanted something you owned in return - say, your dining table. Even then, there’d be no guarantee they’d think the trade was fair.

This system was a hassle, full of obstacles and often left people empty-handed. Here comes money: the universal problem-solver. It became a common currency of exchange - something everyone recognizes and is willing to accept. Now, instead of complicated swaps, you can hand over money to get whatever you need, from a new chair to practically anything. It simplifies life, speeds up transactions and offers flexibility that old-fashioned trading never could.