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Why We Buy Things We Don’t Need

Money Isn’t Scary - Money Mindset, Money Anxiety, Intentional Spending, Saving Money, Money Management

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The Dittorot Effect

The Dittorot effect states that obtaining a new possession often creates a spiral of consumption. We end up buying things our previous selves never needed to feel happy or fulfilled. If we're not spending our dollars with intention, anything we buy can lead to more unplanned purchases and then anxiety over said purchases.

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