Aaditya Iyengar redefines privilege, shifting the focus from wealth and inheritance to financial wisdom—the ability to manage, grow, and protect resources for lasting stability and opportunity. Through a personal narrative, he illustrates how deliberate financial decisions transformed his family’s trajectory, ensuring security and the freedom to pursue dreams across generations.The talk highlights the power of financial literacy, emphasizing how small, informed choices—like investing early and securing insurance—create a ripple effect, benefiting not just the present but future generations. Aaditya challenges the audience to embrace financial wisdom as a tool for building privilege and shaping opportunities, dreams, and successes in ways that extend far beyond their own lifetime. Aaditya Iyengar, a CFA charterholder, is dedicated to empowering others through financial education, creating content that resonates with over half a million people.With a dynamic presence across YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn, he simplifies complex financial concepts, offering valuable insights and establishing himself as an influential figure in financial education. This notably earned him a spot on Forbes India’s Top 100 list in 2023.Beyond content creation, he consults financial services companies on their content strategy, leveraging his deep industry knowledge and creative expertise to unlock synergies and drive meaningful results.Through his innovative approach, he guides individuals in navigating the complexities of finance, helping them make informed, confident decisions for their financial well-being. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx