money tends to almost instantly burn large gaping holes in my pocket. Credit cards burn just a easily as cash flow. I have been using a very productie method to properly manage my money: if it is for sale, I will buy it! It really doesn't matter too much what i desperately need to have something, & that is usually never the case. If I absolutely must have a specific costly possession, I take advantage of still being an unemployed student, as well as a daddy's girl if there ever was one. Most of the time, I really don't even want to buy anything, but I have money so hey, why not?
So if you still aren't following my drift, here is a scenario. Last semester during the bitter cold month of December, I was walking across campus, heading towards my apartment to catch a nap before my evening class. There was this man set up behind a table full of hand-stitched knee high slippers. The man reminded me of a someone living in the cold northern mountains alone, stitching slippers to pass the time. Anyways, they were $15 which I decided were over-priced, but I had $40 cash in my pocket, so why not buy a pear of funky, yet akward knee-high slippers I really don't even need?
Well, I've worn them less than 5 times, but every person who sees them in my closet, obsesses over how unique & cute they are. They are still lookin cute in my closet, and basically tossed $15 in the garbage.
I also overly enjoy giving my money away to others, even when I am in considerate need of emergency money. When I share my small wealth will others in need, I am overcome with a inner feeling of self-worth. I would rather give my money away, than simply spend it on something that only involves myself. What is the fun in that, & how empowering it is to help others when they need it. I usually forget right at that moment that people owe me money, which leads to a pleasant surprise when they suddenly pay you back - that is, if they are a selfless & actually make sure to pay you back.
When I am out running errands, I will stop & get McDonalds, even though I am not hungry in the slightest. Honestly, I am annoyed with myself.
If I have money, I will manage to spend it.
If my father refrained from telling me when he puts money in my account, that way it had time to settle in my account. I might need to consider seeing a specialist about my money-spending addiction! Joking, but still.
On the other hand, I am extraordinarily good at spending other people's money. I know, right? If given my mom or dad's credit card to buy groceries while at home, I can easily shop for everything I need & then some, with a carefree feeling & attitude. Endless amounts of money is comfortable. The possibility of my debit card declining, is utterly uncomfortable.
Personally, spending money of any amount has a way of relieving stress from my body. I do not mean going to the mall and buying a new wardrobe. That is not me. I would probably go to 7/11 & buy 5 candy bars & a slurpee to reduce high anxiety levels. Call me strange, but having the power to purchase is a riviting experience for me.
What I don't spend money on - Cadbury Cream Eggs from Kroger
- we call it "dining in" :)
Money keeps the world spinning, & my pockets bare
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