Swiping up on endless new arrivals, dropping a cart full of sparkly must-haves, smiling at that dopamine hit from a designer logo—being a “shopaholic” feels fun, maybe even a little glamorous. Fashion and pop culture have turned over shopping into a punchline or a badge, with binge-buying framed as self-care, rebellion or even creative expression. But behind the chic bags and bubbling excitement, a real question emerges: when does the spree stop being harmless and start to signal something deeper? When the Shopaholic Turns into a Serious Disorder.
Category: Emotional Spending
Emotional spending affects more than just your bank account. Learn how habits form, what triggers purchases, and tips from experts to help regain control.
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Best Journals of 2025 to Track Emotional Spending and Build Better Money Habits
Ever found yourself swiping your card as a quick fix for a mood? How to track emotional spending — it’s that impulse to shop when joy, sadness, or stress hit hard? Ever found yourself shopping online when you are bored? Money and mood weave together, often twisting logic with a powerful rush of feeling.