My Biggest Financial Lesson

The New York Times has a great Your Money Special Edition series called "My Biggest Financial Lesson" in which contributors share stories that mark a turningpoint in their thoughts about money.

David Brancaccio, "Need Financial Advice? Ask the Future You."

Carl Richards, "Finding Surer Footing."

Lizzie O'Leary, "A Costly but Valuable Lesson in Debt and Self-Confidence."