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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
National
Gandharv Walia

Psychology says people who spend money as they earn aren't irresponsible: What this spending habit may reveal?

Psychology says people who spend money as they earn aren't always financially irresponsible. Many people receive their salary and begin spending almost immediately. Some pay bills, while others shop, travel, eat out, or buy things they have wanted for a long time. Psychology suggests that this pattern is not always linked to poor money management. Instead, it can reflect emotional needs, learned behavior, personal values, financial pressure, or the way the brain responds to rewards. Looking at this habit through psychology helps explain why many people spend money quickly and what they can learn to create healthier financial routines over time.

Psychology says people who spend money as they earn aren't: Understanding the psychology behind immediate spending

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