12/16/2025
Ever been at Target or online scrolling and saw that cute pair of sneakers for $60 and thought, “I could get two of these!”?
Here’s the thing: If you can’t afford it twice, you can’t afford it once. It sounds simple, but let’s break it down:
Sure, $60 isn’t life-changing, and your brain might say, “I can totally get two of these, no problem.” But stop and zoom out, what else could that $60 be doing for you? Maybe it’s $60 toward a bigger goal: your emergency fund, a weekend getaway, or even just lowering your stress about bills this month.
Sometimes it’s not about the jacket, the shoes, or the little splurge, it’s about protecting your peace and your priorities. Pausing, thinking it through, and asking yourself if this truly fits your bigger picture can save you way more than a few dollars, it can save regrets.
Tell me, what’s the last small purchase you thought was “no big deal” but later made you go, “Hmm, maybe I shouldn’t have?” Let’s talk!
