What do you buy for yourself as a little treat? We’re all busy slugging through the day making ends meet with the onslaught of daily bills, and time passes by quickly from week to week. But, if you stop, consider what you would buy specifically for yourself, what would it be? Would you lavish yourself like a car, or new furniture, or clothes? What reward would you give yourself?

I’ve seen some people treat themselves with small stuff. Like an expensive lunch/dinner at a posh restaurant that ordinarily they would never consider. Or going to the movies instead of waiting for the DVD, you know the movie everyone is talking about, and your still waiting to see it on the cheap through a DVD rental. How about a CD of your favourite singing artist.

Think about your mental state, a special treat can perk you up in no time. Self satisfaction that you actually enjoyed your treat and feel great for buying or doing something for yourself. It doesn’t have to be expensive, buy a book or pick up a knickknack, whatever brings you joy. A treat shouldn’t stress you out. The purpose of treating yourself is to relieve the mundane routine in you life, bring a newness and good feeling to yourself. Maybe you’ve been really good at saving money and feel just a small purchase is a good reward for being so dedicated and committed to your savings goal.

Whatever you choose, a special treat for yourself can go a long way to feeling better. There’s a saying “all work and no play…..” you know the rest.