When somebody asks me "Why dont you spend your money"  What can I say?
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you could say that your saving it
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it is rude not to give them a present, but never overlook the gift of Time.  time spent doing something or making something meaningful will be appreciated by all, save for the shallowest of people.\n\nmy man's parents have fallen upon hard times, and even apologized to us before the holidays that they couldn't afford to spend as much money on us as they did in holidays past.  i told them i felt like slapping some sense into them, for i didn't want them to spend money.  make me a loaf of tasty bread!  grow some lavender in your garden, dry it, and save some for me, if you Really wanna give me something.  heck, even letting us use y'washer and dryer would be fantastic.  (we live in a giant apartment complex with only 2 working coin-operated washing machines.  the only time they're free is between 10pm and 4 am.)
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When you are tempted to buy something, ask yourself, "Do I NEED this or WANT this?"  If you just want it, ask yourself why?  what for?  will I soon tire of it?  And just maybe you will find that your money is better off where it is.  In your pocket.
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well first off u need to figure out what are ur priority expenses. when u get paid u need to set aside the money u need to pay whatever bills need to be paid.. then whatever is left is your money.. take 60% of what u have left and that is for u and the other 40% u need to bank it and never touch it... and u do that every pay week.. if u stay steady to it u will have no problem in saving money. secondly, u need to knwo when to say no. if your a type of person who loves to spend money then u ned to tell yourslef No . spend only what u need and buy only what is needed.... if u need anything else i am here for you
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Do you mean to sacrifice to achieve the happiness you deserve? That would be 'my' opinion, anyway. To work hard and save money, not spending money on every little thing I don't need, that is an example of what I mean. That you added 'you deserve' is an interesting thing. A lot of people seem to think they deserve something 'without' sacrificing.
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Ok, how do I say this with out sounding Bi**hy... Your money is part of who you are.  If she wants to do things that don't cost a lot of money, or if she pays for some things even though you have more money, is a good way to tell if she doesn't care if you have money.  But you will always have money, so you need to get used to that fact.
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You can buy stuff, you can buy books, nice clothes. Clothes that feel good. You can travel to other places that will teach you things. You can eat well, etc , etc, etc, etc.\n\nyou say "I don't?" --> Does this really mean you don't know if you like money or not?\n\n...............
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The way to avoid this is to set the rules first. Tell the person that you are willing to pay for gas, food, etc. and you only have enough money  to buy your clothes and the rest is for bills. Also, I would take out the money before hand for my clothes and for the favor and put it in separate wallets to appear like I don't have that much money.
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ANSWER: When you have something to respond to!   IMWORDS, (don't waste me)!
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Compulsive spending, like all other compulsions, must be dealt with one day at a time.  Since you know you have been spending too much, what can you do about it TODAY?  You can avoid those budgetary items that are most nearly luxuries rather than necessities; I do not NEED another DVD.\n\nThen, when it comes to necessities, try to appreciate just how much of each necessity you really need.  I have known plenty of people, not only females, who have more clothes than they can possibly wear.  Or they buy new clothes just to put off doing the laundry!  \n\nThen, finally, there is extravagance even with necessities that involves higher quality than you can reasonably afford.  It is all very nice to have good taste, but the finest of everything every day is for multimillionaires, not ordinary folk.  Allow yourself one fine luxury habit, such as very good tea instead of cheap supermarket types, and let that be your "little luxury," because it is the only one.  Or enjoy the thrill of finding very good bargains, but only buy what you really need when it really is a remarkable bargain.\n\nOne day at a time, my friend; you'll be OK.
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I cant tell you why you want something
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Why not ask for your money back.
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Here's the thing about giving advice, most people don't understand. Advice needs to be solicited. In other words, to offer advise when it's not asked for is rude; hence, "Who asked you, \nanyway?"\n   What you do is ask, "Mom, I really have some ideas, on your current situation, I'd like to share with you. Would you like to hear them?" If she says yes, then she'll be receptive to your ideas. It sounds like she just needs to have a plan and get some income going. If she says no, then leave it alone; since she won't listen anyway. "A person convined against their will is of the same opinion still!"
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I will be spending less this year than I did last year, do to financial difficulties.  Although I might not spend as much money the thought and love behind each gift will still be there. \n\nWondering what the thought behind this question is... Isn't Christmas about giving and thought behind it not on how much you spent?
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can you give me some money not borrow! £100 will be fine or ten points ha-ha. and i think you don't look plain at all don't lisson to them
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You already answered your own question. Sorry, but if she wants you to spend all of your money on her, what does that say about her? It IS your money. I'm not saying don't spend any money on her, just don't spend ALL your money on her.
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Personally if you are on a budget and you rec'd a gift that you have never opened nor ever plan on opening because a.you allready have one.b. you don't like it,or c. you're broke but you really need to give a gift to someone then I feel it's appropiate.