How much money do you need to be happy: a tricky formula that will help you calculate

If you choose spontaneous starvation instead of a balanced diet, there is a big risk of going wild and overeating, even poisoning. Also, take care of your loved one with spirit and the right dosage. Otherwise, in a fit of desperation, you will spend thoughtlessly and uncontrollably, trying to drown out disappointment or brighten up gray everyday life. Purchases made out of desperation will upset your budget and are unlikely to serve you well. Therefore, every day it is necessary to maintain a “balance of happiness” by giving yourself small gifts.

Make a list of things that make you happy. Do not be ashamed of your thoughts and add even the most stupid and “shameful” things to this list (for example, you like going to the movies at the expense of a man). Divide the list into two columns: intangible joys (compliments to your Vkontakte avatars) and material joys (what money can buy – for example, a high-calorie, harmful hot dog). You have to work with the list in two passes, because you can first include some things you need right now (the same hot dog if you’re hungry), and not all the time.

Carefully study the first column and decide if it is possible to substitute something from the non-material monetary reward? For example, this month you won’t have a date, but you won’t mind if you buy yourself a new video game and spend a few good evenings on an exciting quest. It’s also worth editing the second list of joys: do you really need a new scent every month? Maybe you should choose a perfume that will become your signature?

Now let’s start the calculations! Mark what you can save on (you can update your wardrobe in stocks or in communities selling new things that do not match), and what you are always ready to spend money on (pedicure or delicious cheese). Thus, you deduct the amount you need for happiness per month (week, day, minute – decide for yourself). Knowing this, it is easier to control your expenses and not get discouraged. Debit does not match credit? Looks like someone wants too much. Or… it’s time to earn more. Perhaps, depending on your whims, you will reach new career heights!