Overspending due to scarcity trauma can be a coping mechanism to temporarily soothe emotional pain. Scarcity trauma often stems from a history of lacking basic needs or experiencing financial instability. When individuals carry this trauma into adulthood, they might develop a fear of scarcity, leading to hoarding and saving excessively. However in other individuals the opposite occurs. They spend in excess because having resources and security feels too unfamiliar and they spend to get back in t

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People living in scarcity may face unique challenges and limitations that can impact their perspective and the opportunities they perceive. Here are some aspects that people living in scarcity may struggle to see compared to those who are not: Abundance Mentality: Individuals in scarcity often have a mindset influenced by lack and limited resources. They may find it difficult to see possibilities for growth, abundance, or opportunities beyond their immediate circumstances. Long-Term Planning: Sc

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