EPISODE · May 25, 2023 · 5 MIN
181 Emotional Spending
from Truth Untangled · host Bob Anders, Ph.D.
Emotional spending is a term used to describe the phenomenon of buying things to cope with emotional states like stress, sadness, loneliness, and even happiness. It's a common behavior that many people engage in, but it can be problematic when it leads to financial difficulties or excessive clutter. In this podcast, I'll explore what emotional spending is, why people do it, and how to manage it.
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Emotional spending is a term used to describe the phenomenon of buying things to cope with emotional states like stress, sadness, loneliness, and even happiness. It's a common behavior that many people engage in, but it can be problematic when it leads to financial difficulties or excessive clutter. In this podcast, I'll explore what emotional spending is, why people do it, and how to manage it.
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