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Money Anxiety etc.

Jenniferswe
Jenniferswe

I've always been thrifty when it comes to money.  I don't think I'm cheap, I'm just into buying things I don't think I will use.  Also, I will buy a cheaper brand of something over a name brand usually.


I'm not sure why I became this way.  Maybe it was from hearing my parents discuss money issues.  There were some lean times in our family.  It's in many of the shows we watch.  There are people talking about money problems.


I'm extremely afraid of losing or running out of money.  Of course, becoming homeless is a huge fear of mine.


I wish we didn't have to depend on money so much to get goods and services.  I think the barter system is still a good idea.  I think most people can come up with something they can trade with.


I have many fears.  This is just a small sample.  I see my therapist tomorrow.  Hugs.


Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Big hug Jennifer...…. Maybe have a savings plan even a small amount to be there in case there's something that you have to cover that may crop up.... xo
Thor2008
Thor2008
You are worried about resources and having enough. If we were on a non-money barter system your fears would be the same - enough barter material. Money is a barter system it is just a very efficient one. We trade our time for money and then use that money to trade for the labor of others.

SunCloudJD is right, starting a savings account for that rainy day is a very good idea.

And I am the same way with money. My parents had it tough and that rubbed off on me.
Jenniferswe
Jenniferswe
Thank you guys. I do have savings. I afraid of something huge happening.
You're right Thor, money is a type of barter. I guess it wouldn't be much different.
I'm just going through a rough depression spell and my mind is a complete mess. Hugs.
irishwriter
irishwriter
your system is a good one, jennifer. we all have far too many 'things' and i'm glad you have your savings too. I am always happier when I have a 'cushion' in case of some emergency. I buy many things online and check several sites, comparing prices which vary ridiculously! Many of the sites sell the exact same things like Wish/geek, Vova, New Chic, ebay etc. I don't usually go for brands either but a couple of years ago I came across boots on New Chic, Socofy brand which are the most comfortable, beautiful things I have ever worn. I bought my first pair there and then found a pair on ebay for $7!!! Now Wish are carrying them too at about a third of the price of New Chic. I always search for free postage on ebay too. There is nothing wrong with keeping your mind at ease financially.
Bipolar is the biggest liar that we have to deal with! hugs
Jenniferswe
Jenniferswe
Thank you Irish.
MayB
MayB
Jenn time for a big hug and I know what finance anxiety is and it for sure isn't fun. Depression and anxiety meld real well with financial insecurity. You are good with money I can sense that, and in the last year you have had a job also kudos to you for confronting all the things that are big issues for you. Keep going forward!
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