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Stop Spending Your Money On Materialistic Things and Try Experiences Instead

While splurging on the newest and hottest items can fun, try spending your money on experiences and new adventures!

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Stop Spending Your Money On Materialistic Things and Try Experiences Instead
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At first sight, I seem hypocritical for saying that materialistic things don't matter as much as experiences. We've all had those times where we wanted those new pairs of shoes, new trendy jackets, etc. But as you grow older, you learn that materialistic things are really the last thing you need or want in your life. Let's face it, shopping is fun and entertaining, going through stores and shops, picking out items to start the new season off right or just to add something a little new to your collection. However, as I've grown older, I've learned that materialistic things are really the last thing you need.

With Christmas coming up, it can be hard to not add a pair of new sneakers or a new coat to your list. But just think about how many times you are going to use those shoes or a new coat. When I was younger, I always wanted the latest trends and hot items. Now, however, I find myself struggling to even think of what I want for Christmas or my birthday. While receiving cleaning supplies for Christmas can be a bore, it is very practical. Growing older I've seen that I would rather spend my money on experiences more than anything else. Now when I say materialistic things, I am talking about the items that are purchased and only used once and never looked at again.

I remember when I was younger I wanted a pair of Raspberry colored UGGs, random I know, but hear me out. While I could have used a pair of UGGs for the cold winter mornings back home, there is no reason I should have gotten the raspberry color. I can say now that out of the 10+ years that I have had them I have worn them only 20 times or less. While they were all I wanted in the spur of the moment, I wasn't thinking practically about the color, too nervous to wear anything but neutral colors with them. Treating yourself is a necessity and sometimes splurging on something is just what you needed. All I'm saying is to think about it…

It is only until I got to college when this type of mentality grew to me. College is way different from any other years of school. My college specifically is very casual, because of this, it doesn't necessarily matter what you wear to class or out at night; others don't pay close attention to how others live their lives. While in high school, It felt like everyone was staring at you or looking at what you wore, etc., it is nothing like that in college, especially going to a public university.

While it is important to treat yourself, just remember to think about if you are genuinely going to use the item, or if it could be spent on something else more valuable to you. I know that I will be asking for an Annual Pass to one of the many Florida amusement parks as opposed to a new pair of shoes. So stop spending your money on materialistic things and try spending your money on experiences instead!

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