From Revenge Spending to Revenge Savings - A Classic Way to Move On!

Some breakups are never beautiful, no matter how much one tries. If you were someone in a toxic relationship and finally decided to end it for yourself, congratulations and more strength to you!

We understand that we usually need a coping mechanism in such difficult conditions — some might resort to spending their hearts out in their favourite stores or online shopping sites!

However, this practice only harms you.

While there is a temporary increase in your happy hormones, continuous ‘revenge spending’ (as it is called) can burn a hole in your pocket in the long term. All that money lost just to regain control of your life!

This is why it’s time to shift from revenge spending to revenge savings. Unlike revenge spending, this is a healthier alternative to managing and saving your money while living your life to the fullest.

Here are some tips just for you!

Keep a Track of Your Budget!

Your wallet and bank account are sure to thank you for keeping up with a budget. To map out your budget, first figure out your financial priorities. Once you understand what is more important, you can allocate the money you want to spend.

Another thing to look at is your bank account. You can also use advanced expense-tracking tools to analyse your spending habits. This will help you frame a better budget for the next month.

Don’t Miss Out on Fun!

Saving and managing money does not have to be a boring task. You can always create a room to enjoy life and reward yourself for finally moving on.

For this, you can create an exclusive ‘Fun Fund’. Here, you can create a stash of money that you would not use in your monthly expenses.

You can use this fund for all your indulgences — right from getting your favourite cosmetic from the brand that you prefer to going on a spa day. This will help you curb the habit of revenge spending without limiting your fun quotient.

Investment Plan

Travel… But Plan Ahead!

Contrary to popular belief, travelling impromptu is not always a great idea, especially if you are someone who wants to budget after your breakup. But the idea is not to miss out on the goodness of life too.

So, plan your trips ahead!

This gives you the room to look for better deals and estimate the travel budget. You can then book your flights and accommodation well ahead of time. The idea of planning ahead is to avoid falling into the impulsion of spending too much.

Stay Grounded and True to Yourself!

We get it — what has happened cannot be changed. And we would not ask you to ignore your emotions.

Instead, acknowledge them so that you don’t indulge in excessive spending or any other unhealthy coping mechanisms.

When you do this, you realise what you want, which could include a healthy routine, mindful sessions, some constructive activities, saving money, and more.

So remember, always stay true to your emotions. Acknowledge what you feel and figure out the underlying currents in your life. Prioritise yourself and everything including the savings will work in your favour.

Always remember — ‘The Revenge Best Served is by Being Emotionally, Mentally, and Financially Happy’!

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Written By - Tanvi Pathak