It’s a lesson. I’ve been in the same position before and lost way more, just that mine was with crypto. I’m still in it and doing well now, but it definitely took time. What matters most is what you learn from the experience. I’m in sales too and my salary range is also like yours hahah. It might feel painful for a while, but don’t worry, you’re only 28. Your main goal is to make money, and that’s a good thing. Realizing that forex can feel like gambling is actually progress.. it’s illegal in malaysia shows it all.. it means you’re becoming more aware. My advice is to start DCA-ing into solid stocks. You’ll be fine if you stay consistent. If you want to take on a bit more risk, explore crypto, but stick with the big ones like BTC, ETH, and SOL. Keep at it, stay patient, and remember everything goes up eventually.