How demonetization awoke the Demon of Owning

We often spend our lives collecting things, thinking they define our worth. But sometimes, a small moment—like opening an old piggy bank—can change how we see everything. It makes you question what truly holds value in life: the things we own or the memories we create.

1. What truly matters – things or memories?

When I finally broke open my old piggy bank during demonetization, I expected something valuable. Instead, I found a mix of old coins, a few notes, and some forgotten currency. Financially, it meant almost nothing. But emotionally, it meant everything. Each coin had a story—like the one my grandmother gave me while sharing memories from her time.

That’s when it hit me. The value wasn’t in the money, but in the memories attached to it. Just like a bike isn’t valuable because of its price, but because of the rides it takes you on. A camera isn’t important for its cost, but for the moments it captures. In life, we often confuse price with value, when in reality, experiences hold far greater meaning.

2. Own memories, not things

Most of the things we buy today slowly lose their value over time. Vehicles get old, gadgets become outdated, and everything eventually turns into a burden we hesitate to let go of. We hold onto them thinking about resale value, depreciation, and the money we spent. But in doing so, we limit ourselves from trying new things and living freely.

On the other hand, experiences never lose their worth. A road trip, a ride through the mountains, a sunset by the beach—these moments stay with us forever. They shape who we are and become stories we carry for life. True freedom comes when you stop being owned by what you own. So focus on collecting memories, not things. Own what truly matters—experiences and emotions—and rent the rest.

So focus on collecting memories, not things—start your journey with a self drive bike rental from ONN Bikes and create experiences that truly last a lifetime.