169. Why You Overspend When You’re Bored or Stressed (The Boredom Buyer & Relief Seeker)

If you’ve ever found yourself spending money when you’re bored… or buying something just to take the edge off a stressful day, this episode is for you.We’re talking about two of the most common overspending patterns: the Boredom Buyer and the Relief Seeker.This is the kind of spending that doesn’t always feel like a big deal in the moment. You’re just scrolling, browsing, or picking something up real quick. But over time, these small decisions can turn into habits that keep you stuck.In this episode, I break down what’s really going on underneath these patterns and why spending can start to feel automatic.We’ll get into: How boredom leads to spending, even when you don’t need anything.  The difference between “time to kill” spending and deeper, ongoing boredom.  Why stress, frustration, and mental fatigue lead to emotional spending.  How spending becomes a quick way to feel better, but doesn’t actually solve the problem. If you’ve ever walked into Target or opened Amazon with no plan… or told yourself “I just need something” after a long day…this will help you see what’s actually driving those decisions.Because this isn’t about willpower or discipline. It’s about understanding the pattern.And once you start noticing what you’re feeling right before you spend, you can begin to interrupt the cycle.If you’re ready to go deeper and actually change your overspending habits, I’m hosting a Stop Overspending Masterclass where I’ll walk you through what needs to shift so you can break the cycle for good.You can save your seat at germainefoley.com/class or check the link in the show notes.Ready for support?If you're tired of feeling like you should be further along financially by now and you're ready to get to the root of what's keeping you stuck, I invite you to CLICK HERE to book a 1:1 Financial Clarity Consultation.This is for women who make good money but still struggle with overspending, debt, saving, or building wealth consistently.Together, we'll look at where you are, where you want to be, what's actually standing in the way, and whether money coaching would help you overcome your biggest financial challenges and reach your goals faster.Click Here to Schedule yours today