This used to be me, tho I never had enough to do any of what you’re describing. Two things helped: made a pact with my now husband where we don’t buy anything except groceries without explicit permission from each other (even something for $5!) and grinding on getting a good, stable job. Now we make enough that we don’t have to ask each other about purchases, but the habit has made us more conscious about spending
This used to be me, tho I never had enough to do any of what you’re describing. Two things helped: made a pact with my now husband where we don’t buy anything except groceries without explicit permission from each other (even something for $5!) and grinding on getting a good, stable job. Now we make enough that we don’t have to ask each other about purchases, but the habit has made us more conscious about spending
I’ve never related to anything more. The anxiety spiral followed by joyful denial. Or vice versa.
Bonded by feels and financial anxt! 🥹❤️