12.3.2020
The two-hand trick to spend less
Actually you wanted to save, but then the shoes laughed at you. You actually wanted to hold the money together, but you couldn't resist the bag. You actually wanted to put coal back, but the Top was just on sale …
Are you familiar with such situations? Even if we set out to live more economically, we always find ourselves in situations that tempt us. And a very simple trick can help – the two-hand trick!
The next time you want to buy something – for example, a pair of shoes for 100 euros – imagine someone standing in front of you and spreading your arms. In his two hands he holds the object of your desire and the money you would spend on it. In the example: The pair of shoes is in one hand and 100 euros in the other hand. You can choose one of the two – where do you access?
The two-hand trick helps a lot to put something that we want to buy in relation to its price. When you start trying it out, you will notice that you often choose the money instead of the object of desire – in these moments, saving is more important to you than fulfilling a wish at short notice.
11.3.2020
No more arguments about money in the relationship
He tries to put something aside month after month, but she prefers to make dreams come true while shopping. She tries to save money for the next love vacation, but he cheers up the coal with buddies in the pub. When such situations arise, the next relationship argument about money is not far!
Two thirds of all couples have argued for money, it is said. Most of the time, one of the main reasons is that the partners have different ideas about economy. How do you get out of the dilemma?
The simple – but not necessarily easy – solution for affected couples: talk to each other! It's best to discuss the thrift conflict even before it occurs. Sit down and clarify your hopes and expectations together: How economical do you want to be, what do you expect from your sweetheart? Try to understand each other: There is no right or wrong way to handle money – the important thing is that you both have your ideas clear.
But even if something bothers you in everyday life – for example, that your boyfriend cuts out all the coal or your partner has a hedgehog in your pocket – you should speak to it directly so that no problems can build up.