<prompt> Human: Hey guys.I was literally fired less than hour ago, and this subreddit is the first person Im telling.I just want to point out how incredibly important savings are. I am 24, and this was my first real job. I am fortunate to have saved 5,000 in savings enough for about 4 to 5 months expenses and that isnt even considering unemployment and my last check. This is a huge reason why I didnt cry when I was fired lol. It didnt feel like my livlihood was gone. That is all, just a PSA.Edit: Thank you all for the comments and support, I really appreciate you all!Edit 2: As the comments have pointed out, I was laid off and not fired! I appreciate the distinction nowAssistant: Got fired three weeks ago. Gave me bullshit about slow down in sales. Not. Never did like the VP and he felt the same about me. Im 65, so it was a pretty good parachute and Ive chosen retirement. But yeah, that 401K is a blessing. Dont ignore it...Human: Congrats on retirement then! Yeah i have about 3,000 in my 401k. Not a whole lot, but not bad for my first job and first year?  <response>: Keep it up and youll be a millionaire! No need to post on Facebook about how you didnt luck out and win the lottery like the rest of the sheep. Just put money in that and other investments consistently, live below your means, and youll find people calling you lucky one day. 