I was going to make a comment about my “Oh face” but then I remembered what that means.

@chillerpop.bsky.social this is your scene, my friend. I haven’t seen this film in years so I feel a rewatch is on the cards.

And people think paying bills is important.

I’m getting there. I still feel the urge to spend sometimes but in those moments I think about something that will really benefit me. So, for example, instead of buying a new synth I buy a case for one I already have. It still scratches the itch but I actually get something of use and longevity.

I look at the things my brain is telling me to buy but now, before I do, I’m able to look back at times when I’ve felt these compulsions before and observe how lasting that necessity was post purchase. In most cases it wasn’t necessary at all and that’s now my marker.

Emo, for sure. They’d be 21 Pilots fans but wear Nirvana Ts.

Impulsiveness and the need for dopamine hits are the greatest threat to my finances. I’m learning to differentiate between my purported ‘need’ for things vs my actual needs. Pragmatism plays a huge role in these decisions.

I’m still very much in the grieving process but I’m seeing more daylight now and I’m looking at myself in a different, more positive way by stepping outside of myself. I totally agree about channeling energy differently and education is absolutely key. Thank you.

Oh hey you!