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21-07-2021 04:44 AM
21-07-2021 04:44 AM
Work life balance
I recently took on a bit more work but now I am tired out. I needed the work but my TV broke in kitchen where I watch TV while cooking and now I don't know if I should forget me about replacing it as I have another TV in my bedroom. I saved up for stuff I thought I wanted or needed now I am stressed out about where to spend the money. I don't want to waste it on the TV if I don't really need it. Before covid hit, I probably would have saved it for a holiday but now I can't go anywhere... Every time I plan to go interstate it looks like borders might shut. I just have to use the money on bills and groceries and forget about using it on luxuries. Might just do normal hours and forget about extra work. No reason to work that hard. Better to have time for me than work more. Maybe I might consider saving for a personal trainer but not sure I even need that... Just a bit scared to go to the park to walk because of the delta covid strain being so contagious. Already got vaccinated but I'm still scared.
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21-07-2021 09:19 AM
21-07-2021 09:19 AM
Re: Work life balance
Hey @Swansong
Money and finances can suck if you do worry about spending money. I just wanted to ask if you have read the barefoot investor book? It does sound like having the tv in the kitchen brings you joy while you are cooking, so maybe look on gumtree or Facebook for a second hand tv.
That way, you get a tv and you don't have to spend all your money. 🙂
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21-07-2021 12:49 PM - edited 21-07-2021 12:51 PM
21-07-2021 12:49 PM - edited 21-07-2021 12:51 PM
Re: Work life balance
@AussieRecharger idea is good.
Watching the cents while earning the dollars can be very useful tactic for survival longterm.
I wish the media was less hypey about the dangers. If you are taking precautions who should not need to live in fear.
Take Care and Stay Safe and find ways to chill at home being creative ... to reduce your worry.
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21-07-2021 04:48 PM
21-07-2021 04:48 PM
Re: Work life balance
Hi @Swansong
You know if you save for a holiday for 3 years you can travel around Asia and dont have to work.. I did it and it was fun! Just a thought! Or you can save for a five star luxury hotel stay in Monaco and be treated like a royal....
I agree with @AussieRecharger buy a secon hand TV as it wont cost as much...