I’m not so self-absorbed that I think everyone I know reads this tiny little corner of the internet I’ve carved out for myself. After all, it’s essentially me word vomiting all over the webpage. However, I do sincerely hope someone out there finds my topics even somewhat remotely interesting. Anybody? Bueller?
That being said, I can’t expect much growth. My Instagram is a private account and I have no plans to make it public, at least while I’m still teaching. When I leave teaching, and yes, I do plan on leaving teaching, I’ll consider making my account public. I truly enjoy writing and want my words to be read by anyone who feels they can relate.
Now that I’ve shared that, I’d like to ask you, dear reader, what do you enjoy reading? Are you here to read about my health/wellness/weight loss journey? Are you here for monthly favorites? Do you like some of the one off topics I share? I’d love to hear your feedback and provide more content that you’d like to hear me discuss. I will continue to write about what I want but I’m also open to researching other topics.
I had this notion of writing again recently and now I feel like I can’t stop. It even got me brainstorming ideas for the book I’m working on. Yes, for the last year or two my passion project has been to write a book. When I wasn’t working I had this idea that I couldn’t get out of my head. My problem was that I approached the concept of this idea all wrong. Since then, I’ve worked out some of the kinks in the planning of this book but I’ve got a ways to go before it actually turns into a real finished product. Suffice to say, I’m excited!
Writing gives me an outlet, a way to be creative. I’ve made YouTube videos and TikToks before, but they don’t give me the same fulfillment as writing does. It also gives me something else to do with my time, something other than spending money and that’s because, I have a bit of a shopping addiction. So, if I can use my time in a way that saves me money, then I’m here for it.
On that note, let’s talk about my shopping addiction. Shopping gives me a hit of dopamine. It’s like Christmas every day. But another thought that’s crossed my mind lately is that I seriously need a budget. Growing up, and this is no shame to my parents, I was never taught how to budget. And I’m pretty sure I inherited my mother’s spending habits.
Truth be told, budgeting scares me. I hate the idea that I can’t go buy a fun little drink, or a new makeup item, or go to my favorite stores and have a look and oh god I hear the privilege echoing in my head as I type this. I’m spoiled, but I work hard and I deserve to spoil myself. But not at the expense of not being able to save.
And speaking of saving, one way I thought we could do that was by falling into the trap that buying in bulk is better for your family. Yes, buying in bulk for my family (my family of two) will save us money. (Rolls eyes.) I hear how absolutely ridiculous this sounds. Please tell me I’m not alone though. There is something satisfying about stocking up on some items. But like my overspending habits, do I really need it? We’ve come full circle.
Anyway, these are just some of the thoughts I’ve had as of recently. Can you relate to any of them? If so let me know down below or over on Instagram @etsparkles.
Until next week!
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