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Why Self-Spending Feels Selfish When Giving Feels Natural

I feel guilty spending money on myself but I have no problem buying things for other people and I don't understand why I'm worth less than everyone else.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Self-worth issues often manifest as financial self-denial while generosity toward others feels morally acceptable.

Ideas that help explain it
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“Where Are You with Budgeting and financial planning?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.