I almost hit pause on my systematic investment plan

Summary: When markets fall, even the most disciplined investors can feel shaken. This relatable story captures the emotional roller-coaster of investing through a downturn and how sticking with your SIP during rough patches can quietly set you up for long-term success. A must-read for every investor. When the markets fell sharply last year, so did my confidence. One minute, I was proudly telling friends I had a systematic investment plan (SIP) running like clockwork. The next, I was hovering over the “cancel” button, wondering if I should stop and cut my losses. I had started the SIP a couple of years ago after hearing colleagues talk about “long-term wealth creation”. It sounded responsible and adult-like. I didn’t obsess over the markets. I just picked a date, set an amount, and forgot about it. For a while, it was smooth sa