Nudge Challenge Week 52 = Big Spender! & Finish Line?
NUDGED: "Risk losing money" BACKSTORY: I am naturally a saver and don't like to risk money when there is a chance that I will lose it. I like to receive something when I spend money! I have never purchased a lottery ticket, and don't normally gamble more than a few dollars. Thus, this challenge is perfect for nudging me out of my financial comfort zone. It's time to spend some money! QUOTE: "What's funny about risk is that it generally looks a whole lot smaller once you've gotten to the other side." - Adam Carroll HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK: I had to make a plan first before I spent some money this week (go planners!). One of the guidelines of my Nudges Project is that it has to be inexpensive. This ruled out a trip to the casino, which also didn't work due to time constraints. I decided buying lottery tickets was a better option for me then, as they are less expensive and easily accessible. I realized I didn't know what I was doing a...