“Fixed My Life”: 30 Expensive Items That Are Worth The Price Tag

Pets ARE expensive, at least potentially. One of my adult daughters just spent $1,500-2K on my grandson's cat after teen hit it with their car. A different friend just over a 1K on some stuff one dog needed, meanwhile a different dog wears a medical patch and takes pills. And she recently had a dog die and whatever expenses were associated with that.

Pets are now ahead of the therapy-post 😺

You want our cat?

I got a cat three weeks ago, about a year after my old cat died. I'm so much happier already.

Comfortable shoes, ones that don't kill your feet. My best is cheap comfortable shoes with an expensive cushion insole, the insole allows the shoes to last ten times as long.

My kids always say "dad, your shoes are too expensive" I told them no, it's a lot of money, but not expensive. Then we did the math. Mine last at least six years before worn out. In that time the had spent at least three times as much on their shoes, all with less comfort and support .... (Same story in winter coats)

I had a horrible time when I worked in a hotel and had to be on my feet all day. Because I had a uniform that included a skirt and suit jacket. (And pantyhose, ick!) So I couldn't wear sneakers or anything else comfortable that didn't go with the uniform. And it was the 90's, so there weren't as many options for comfy dress shoes. I had so many problems with my feet that I could hardly walk when I first woke up in the morning. I ended up ditching that job for office work.

Presumably good quality rather than bad quality.

Absolutely. I've seen workers wearing sneakers on ladders all day and they wonder why they are in so much pain. Standing in one spot all day? Get a pair of shoes with superb arch support, but also some nice padding/soft soles.

A hard mattress not a soft one. Your back will thank you after five years.

If you have a mattress that is wanting try adding a memory foam topper.

Years ago we bought a memory foam mattress . We loved it. But the smell as the foam off gassed VOCs was horrendous. When it eventually wore out, we remembered the smell and bought a latex foam mattress. No smell, same comfortable sleep as the memory foam bed albeit slightly more bouncy. 100% natural latex. Liked it so much I bought latex foam dog beds.

What could possibly be so much better about a mattress? I truly don't understand. Are they made out of clouds and baby seals?

Spent a ridiculous anount of money on a Saatva RX matress. Love it!! Numb shoulders are gone, lower back pain gone, sciatica flares MUCH diminished. I had to save quite a long time for this matress, but it has been worth it.

I kept putting more special cushions on my work chair and still ended up with terrible back pain at the end of the day. So I broke down and spent over $200 on a good chair. It was life changing!

Great choice of picture, BP. That looks awful to sit on.

Are spending the majority of your day in an office chair? Then spring for one that won't cripple you. Ditto for your recliner/sofa and mattress.

Bad teeth and gums can lead to heart disease. Care for your teeth and gums!

Most people can't afford to see a dentist and lack dental insurance in the US.

My moobs aren't quite big enough to require a bra yet, thank you BP!!!

I am glad I did this. I had them take it out before depositing in the bank so I never 'saw' the money. Now that I am a year and a half away from retirement, I am so, so glad my younger self did this one thing rght.

If you don't, nobody is going to save you.

Too many people rely solely on Social Security retirement benefits only to be dismayed at the paltry amount. I started late, but I managed to squirrel away a significant amount of money, plus make a few investments because I knew I'd need that additional padding on top of my retirement benefits.

I have nothing and I’m 42…

To be honest, i bought good pair of hair scissors and i do it alone, i wear hair tie or clip most of the time. Probably depends more on work field and length of your hair.

i cut my own layers and my own bangs. With a good pair of scissors, i take my time and have watched many tutorials. Ive never been more satisfied with my hair! And the one time i do f**k up, at least i didnt have to pay for it.

I've had the same guy cut my hair since 1989!

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As a guy, I am paying 10 usd and I strongly believe I am overpaying.

I have bought so many pillows - still looking for a good one

Look for natural fibers. They don’t shed microplastics, they feel luxurious, and they last. Natural fibers like wool, cotton, linen, and silk are wonderful. I buy a lot of wool Norwegian and English sweaters and they are cozy and last a long time. They are warm even when wet or damp out.some are great for skiing as they shed water. Linen shirts and slacks stays super cool when it’s hot out. Cotton is inexpensive, easy to care for and absorbs and wicks moisture. Some natural fibers take a bit more care to iron and clean but not much (I can iron a dress shirt and slacks in under 3 minutes.) and in the end you will look and feel much better than wearing some cheap sweaty polyester / poly blend c**p. Some cotton is chemically treated to be wrinkle free/resistant.

I'm a big proponent for slow, quality fashion, but the average person can't afford the prices despite their longevity. So, I recommend buying last year's quality trends at your local thrift shop. Improve your wardrobe without breaking the bank.

I find that clothes made in Vietnam and India are good quality fabric.

Cities offer ride-share, cabs, and mass transit. Take advantage of these services, and if you're still in doubt, compare the cab fee/tip with the fines and insurance surcharges levied against you, not to mention a possible court appearance.

If you're taking an uber, keep the GPS/maps up on your phone to keep track that the driver is actually taking you where you're supposed to go, and absolutely do not fall asleep. For extra protection, before you get in the taxi take a screenshot of the Uber app info for the driver/journey and text it to a friend, have them on a call with you while you're in the taxi and don't end the call until you're inside your house. Be safe.

I've had the same mechanic work on my cars since 1994!

So true, and it goes for everything needing maintenance...

And also miss your appointment if you don't hear your name? 😋

Also if you work in a computer data center they are a lifesaver for the ears.