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10 Ways To Prevent or Stop Reckless spending 

By Charles Segun Adegbite

The amount of money you make is not as important as how much you are able to save and and invest, when it comes to being wealthy.

If you have the habit of spending money carelessly, you may be inviting poverty unknowingly

However, if you have the willingness to stop reckless spending  you can consider the following strategies:

1. Track your expenses: 

Monitor where your money is going to identify areas for improvement.

2. Create a budget: 

Set realistic financial goals and prioritize needs over wants.

3. Prioritize needs over wants: 

Distinguish between essential expenses and discretionary spending.

4. Use the 50/30/20 rule: 

Allocate 50% of your income towards necessities, 30% towards discretionary spending, and 20% towards saving and debt repayment.

5. Implement a 30-day rule:

 Delay non-essential purchases for 30 days to assess their necessity.

6. Avoid impulse buys: 

Practice mindful spending by taking time to think before making purchases.

7. Consider long-term consequences: 

Think about how your spending habits may impact your future financial stability.

8. Seek support: 

Share your financial goals with a trusted friend or family member to increase accountability.

9. Automate savings: 

Set up automatic transfers to a savings or investment account. 

10. Review and adjust: 

Regularly assess your spending habits and make adjustments as needed.

You can also consider:

- Using cash instead of credit cards

- Avoiding shopping when emotional

- Practicing gratitude and contentment

- Focusing on experiences over material possessions

- Building an emergency fund

- Seeking professional financial advice if needed

While all these may seem a little bit difficult to do at the beginning, of you are the kind of person who is used to spending recklessly, howevere remember that breaking the cycle of reckless spending takes time, discipline, and self-awareness. 

Start with small steps, and be patient with yourself as you work towards developing healthier financial habits. You will be able to achieve the goal of you don't give up.

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