Frugal Friends Podcast She Spends HOW MUCH on Her Kids?
Aug 29, 2025
How much are you really spending on your kids? The hosts dive into a listener's spending habits, exposing hidden costs and unnecessary purchases. They discuss shifting from a scarcity mindset to a more generous outlook on money management. The conversation touches on navigating bargain shopping while promoting mindful spending for quality items. Mental health and wellness are highlighted as essential investments, alongside the complexities of balancing kids’ activities with personal finance. It's all about making smarter choices for a sustainable lifestyle!
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Automate Savings And Giving
- Automate savings and giving so you don’t rely on willpower to save and donate.
- Set up regular transfers to make saving invisible and consistent.
Shopping Platform Affects Spending Feelings
- Where you shop shapes how you feel about purchases and can influence guilt or pride.
- Choosing platforms aligned with values (e.g., avoiding Amazon) can improve satisfaction with spending.
Delay And Return Impulse Buys
- Delay purchases: wait a few days and revisit only if you still want the item.
- Return impulse buys quickly to avoid clutter and buyer's remorse.