The hardest struggle right now about starting out on my budget journey is I am finding a lot of wants. I am trying to really think about purchases now and moreover, is it a want or a need. Do I want it because I think everyone else has one or do I really need it to survive? If I really want an item, can I find an alternative that is within a lesser price range that will satisfy that want? How will I use this item and how long do I think I will be "happy" with it? That is usually a tough one for me. Once I buy something, will I be happy with it a year from now, six months from now and when will I want a new one to replace this one? I am really starting to think about purchases and why I think I want it.
There are some simple needs that I do not question as much - food, gas in the vehicle so I can get to work and back, truck payment, student loan payments, vehicle insurance and some clothes/shoes/vitamins/even makeup. Most of these items need to be obtained or paid and I have no question on "Do I need or want this?" Some items like clothing and shoes I may delay so that I can save up for them or may even know if they are going on sale so that I can get them at a better price.
I think that because I am trying to think more of why I am purchasing something I can think about saving for it or do I really need that item at that price. Is this a "growing pain" in my budget planning? Am I thinking more and trying to make better decisions or am I just over thinking myself to death? At least I am thinking where as before, I would just make impulse buys and then later regret them. I am seeing some growth in some areas and need to grow more in others. It is a start, no matter the "growing pains."
Jennifer
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