Splurge!
Splurge on a small treat for yourself. If money is tight, it can be practical, so long as it feels like a reward. New shoes, food you only indulge in occasionally, art supplies…
If money is tight, take items you know you’ll need and wrap them up so they feel special during this season. Find a way to treat yourself, even if it’s something tiny.
What’s our logic?
It might seem counterintuitive to splurge when the economy is crashing and people’s needs are at an all-time high, but investing in your mental well being helps you keep fighting. Keep it simple and if you still feel guilty, use it to reward yourself after doing something you’ve been putting off. If you can afford it, create a small stockpile of tiny gifts for days you need encouragement, the way you might reward a child learning a new skill. You can even wrap them up for yourself!
Twist: you can also do this for someone else. Wrap up little splurges (can be practical) and gift someone a bag of surprises to open on tough days. Or tuck tea bundles into a little library for someone else to find!
