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When spending habits become sources of shame

I lie about how much I spend on clothes because my friends would judge me but I also resent having to hide something that brings me joy

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Social pressure to conform to others' values about money forces you to conceal authentic parts of yourself

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Money and power — who controls resource flows?”

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