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Heres a closer look at the trend and fiveways you’re free to combat it.

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What Is Doom Spending?

You may have seen friends and influencers talking about it when youre scrolling online.

How do you combat doom spending?

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Figure out why youre doom spending, how it makes you feel and how it affects your finances.

You may also consider adjusting your budget to allow some space for doom spending.

Some ideas include exercise, writing and reading.

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It can make you feel worse about the economy and politics.

Taking a wider approach to your goals can help you take this step.

Focus on your long-term desires and how saving now could help you reach those bigger milestones.

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For example, you could volunteer or create homemade gifts.

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