As part of your spending plan you might choose to give yourself permission to splurge. Budgeting isn’t just about saying no — it’s also saying yes to the things that matter to you. While your mind might immediately jump to big long-term goals, one of the things that matter to you might be the freedom to spend money on things just for fun. How can you make the most of your just because purchases? Check out this article for what science has to say.
Personally I’ve set aside a “just for fun” fund for things I want but don’t need. I love treating myself to a latte at a cozy coffee shop or indulging in getting cute bowls from Anthropologie. Even if those items might fit somewhere else into my budget there’s something special about knowing that they were a gift to myself just because. I also budget money for small gifts for friends and loved ones.
Which recent purchases have brought you the most joy?