June 26, 2025: Anam Mirza, the sister of retired tennis star Sania Mirza, has gone viral for a unique financial decision aimed at improving her spending habits. In a recent Instagram video, Anam revealed that she has deleted all online payment apps, including Google Pay, to avoid impulsive spending and take control of her personal finances.
The decision, part of her new content series titled “Little Changes, Big Impact,” was initially challenging. Anam admitted it was “annoying” at first to live without digital wallets, often walking into cafés without cash or cards and relying on friends to pay. But over time, she adjusted and noticed a significant shift in her financial awareness.
“This year, I stopped using Google Pay. At first, it was annoying… But I realised I was not spending randomly anymore. The physical act of paying made it feel like a real expense,” Anam shared in her now-viral video.
She emphasized that paying with physical cash or card made transactions feel more tangible, leading to reduced guilt and better spending discipline.
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The post, shared from her Instagram handle @anammirzaaa, has already garnered thousands of views and sparked debate online. While many applauded the move, calling it a practical way to regain control over one’s finances, others argued that living without online payment apps is not realistic for everyone—especially for the middle class or those in metro cities.
One commenter wrote, “Suits you because you’re already rich. For people like us, online apps are a convenience.” Another said, “I totally agree with her. Even Rs 10 feels like a big deal now. It’s about awareness.”
However, some users defended digital apps like Google Pay, pointing out that spending behavior is more about habits than the tools used. “Google Pay isn’t the problem—people who overspend will do so, no matter the method,” one user noted.
Despite mixed opinions, Anam’s experiment has ignited a larger conversation around digital convenience vs mindful spending, offering a thought-provoking take on how small behavioral changes can have a big financial impact.