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The Hidden Cost of “Free"😶‍🌫️

In a world full of choices, we are often drawn to things that seem "free" or inexpensive. Somewhere, I read that:

"NETFLIX doesn't cost Rs. 499,  
It costs you your time.  
Coke doesn't cost Rs. 30,  
It costs you your health.  
Social media isn't free,  
It costs you your focus.

THERE IS ALWAYS A HIDDEN COST!!

Yes, it's absolutely true. In all these cases, the upfront cost may seem small, but the true cost is far greater—your time, health, focus, and even privacy. We live in a world where convenience often disguises the real cost. The truth is, nothing is truly free. Whether it's your attention, your health, or your time, there's always something being traded.

So, next time something seems free, pause and ask: What am I truly paying for? Because the price tag is never the full story. It’s the hidden costs that we often fail to notice until it’s too late.

Remember: If you're not paying for the product, you are the product.

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