I'm not always a cheapskate, I swear! Here are a few things I'm happy to spend money on. 📌 If you’re struggling, consider therapy with this video's sponsor BetterHelp. Click https://betterhelp.com/caranicole for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs.
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So I talk a lot on this channel about mindful consumption, being frugal or careful with your money, and I've made a lot of videos about things that aren't worth buying. So what do I spend money on?? In this video, I walk you through 5 things that I'm happy to spend money on. These are things that align with my values and goals, all with the focus on having money be a tool rather than a goal. Let me know in the comments what you're happy spending money on!
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Saving money as a game
00:41 Intentional living
01:15 Fitness
03:33 Therapy
05:56 Memory Bank
07:31 Donations
09:01 Retirement
10:07 What are you happy spending on?
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