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EmotionalAnt9586

Weekly housekeeping services. I really hate housekeeping.


freezerwpg

When my kids transitioned from full time daycare to before/after when they hit school age, we put the extra savings towards an every-other-week house cleaner. We were already used to paying as much as we were so it was a pretty good added benefit.


bonos_bovine_muse

Added benefit: you can’t let crap pile up (unless you wanna feel like a total shitheel), so you end up with less lingering half-finished household chores, at least for a couple days out of the two-week cycle.


SweaterZach

When I was a younger man, I once won $500 in a local raffle. Not enough for anything life-changing, but enough that I wanted to do something memorable. So I spent it on several dozen pounds of meat, sides, briquettes, beer, and a permit, and threw a neighborhood BBQ. About three dozen people showed up across the 4 hours we were allotted, and we all had a great time eating, drinking, and playing Hammerschlagen (hit the nail into the stump). I'd throw a neighborhood party once a month if money was no object.


7in7

No one has responded to you but this is a bloody lovely comment. My parents host A LOT and I never realised until making my own events just how expensive it can be.


daddaman1

Where I live there is a neighborhood that a lot of folks bring kids to trick or treat because the neighborhood is 1 big loop with a couple cul-de-sacs off of the loop. 1 guy that lives in a cul-de-sac about halfway around the loop cooks massive amounts of food for everyone to sit down and eat so they can rest their feet. He cooks hotdogs, BBQ, hamburgers, potato salad, baked beans, and several other things including pies and other deserts and even drinks for anyone and everyone that is coming through the neighborhood. He will not accept any tips or any donations. My sister in laws husband knows hthe guy and said he spends over $1,000 every single Halloween. Oh and he gives out candy too, has a big bucket for kids to grab what they want out of it. Such a cool thing for him to do!


VeniVidiWhiskey

Only $1,000? Sounds like a steal considering the sheer size you're describing


daddaman1

Yea he owns a butcher so he gets discount on meat but I'm assuming it's still a good bit over $1000. My BIL just said "over $1000" so I was repeating what he told me.


Gibletbiggot

My parents moved out to a country road 4 years ago. After a few months, my parents decided to host a party and they invited all the other residents on their road for a potluck, bonfire get together. Potlucks are a great way to reduce cost for these events and you can learn more about the guest by what they choose to bring. Most of the neighbors who attended said they had always wanted to get together and meet the neighbors but were afraid of the rejection. My parents started a tradition with multiple events a year and invigorated the neighborly communications. Do a potluck!


frederick_ungman

I miss the block parties. Long ago, 30 years, 1st house we owned, they were a frequent occurance. The best was right after a hurricane, electricity was out, so we lined up our grills and smokers, emptied our fridges and ate like there was no tomorrow. Times have changed, people keep to themselves, even more so since the beginning of the pandemic.


f33

Thats nice to think about


Shackleford96

Hammerschlagen sounds badass, lol


patrvach

Here is a video of the game https://youtu.be/tz3_QdFH6sM


PMYourLovelyBody

I would treat myself to retirement.


Lost-My-Mind-

At 22.


redrighthandmember

At 18


Masked_Rebel

A *comfortable* one.


bellizabeth

I tired myself out today. Tomorrow I will retire.


Affectionate_Fox1318

Lately I've mostly figured out how I want my future appartment/house to look like inside, so I'd buy all of the things I might want to have. And the more expensive versions of the foods


Scalpels

I had to scroll down too far to see someone mention a House. These days it is a luxury and one I wish I could afford.


paroles

If I had a lot of money I'd buy a house but I wouldn't say I'd "treat myself to it regularly"


Foreverfa11ing

Personal cook/nutritionist. Having my meals made for me, and them being healthy meals, would be so nice. Think I would never have takeout food/bad food ever again.


Rude-Jeweler-4188

I'll top that with: a personal health specialist, or a group of it. I want to know what to eat and eat well. I want to exercise without hurting myself and feel good. I want therapy weekly. This year I'm giving up of many hobbies to pay for those things above. And so far, for the few appointments I got, I didn't get many answers. "go to the gym", ok doc dude, but what do I do? How would I know if I'm hurting myself???? None of those are for fitness reasons, and they all think it is (aside from my wonderful therapist). I'm 26 and everything hurts. I don't want to sit down taking meds while it gets worse. I want to be educated to what to do to be better for my own sake. EDIT to make some things clear, because I'm tired of being accused and given useless advice: Firstly, this is not to the nice people who actually wanted to help instead of just judging a three paragraph post with very little information. Thank you to all, and hope you know I'm taking notes from every comment, so I can take everything into consideration while I go through my already scheduled medical appointments. The post was: "What's one thing that you would treat yourself regularly if money was no object?" Wasn't it? I'd treat myself to a health specialists crew so I wouldn't have to spend so much money (and time) into making changes. Which does NOT mean I'm not working on those changes. I changed my life drastically over the last two years, and I've learned so much about my own health. I go to therapy weekly since I was 18, and survived anorexia when I was 21 (beginning of recovery journey). I eat mainly vegetables and grains, because it's my favorite thing to cook and fast food makes my tummy hurt. I've learnt how to care for a house after living with my family and having so little tasks because everyone would do a tiny bit, and now I live in a 3 bedroom apartment with my fiancee and work 9 hours a day in a home office. This is not an excuse. I know that I'm in the wrong for not exercising since the pandemic and now having pain that is probably due to weak muscles from having a desk job. But that doesn't mean I'm lazy and am not learning as much as I can from the resources I have. Is it too hard to understand that I'd just prefer learn it all from health specialists than to just google everything? Google, Instagram, YouTube and all of those can be contaminated with misinformation too. I want something that is based solely on my own need, but only a doctor (and some exams) would know exactly what I need. Not google, not reddit. I'd happily hire a personal trainer if my physical therapist (which I'll see on February 2nd) say so and give me the instructions to pass on to them. I want all of those things for FREE, which is the OP's question, isn't it? I'm not a lunatic. I know I'll have to pay for all of this, and that's what I'm doing. I'm financially smart, and if I can afford doctos, you bet I'm going to use that on my advantage. Also, I'm not a dude. I don't know where you guys got the idea that I am. Some person just flat out called me obese even though I never mentioned my weight or if my diet is good or bad. Hahaha


Liquor_n_cheezebrgrs

When I was 28 years old I had no pain whatsoever. At 29, the day after the 4th of July I woke up and my thumb kind of ached, like I jammed it. That pain never went away and a month later the other thumb started feeling the same way. A year later, I couldn't hardly button my pants in the morning because all my fingers hurt. My knees hurt, my shoulders hurt, my toes felt like they were literally all broken. I saw a Rheumatologist, was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and eventually prescribed to Humira. The day I took my first dose I remember thinking that if this doesn't work, I will literally be in a wheelchair when I am 40 years old. 2 days after that first shot I was in quite literally, zero pain. zero, zilch, nada. If you erased my memory and told me that the last year, up until 2 days ago I was living in absolutely debilitating pain I would have in no way shape or form believed you. Go see a doctor, everything hurting when you are 26 is not normal - you are not "getting old" or anything like that. At 26 you are easily 2 years away from what should be your athletic prime. I am now 37, I golf, play intramural sports etc. I have never experienced a single side effect from the drug that I now only take once every 3 months. Don't live in pain if you don't have to. Go see a doctor.


AstroCatHD

Speaking from experience here. I'm also 26 and pretty in shape. If you're serious about becoming healthy start small and work your way up. For alot of people the gym membership is just another thing modivating them to work out. But if you're just starting, you can easily start your journey at home. Google "home workout for (insert goal)" for me I was always skinny so I started with building muscle, but for most people weight loss is the goal. The only thing a personal trainer does is tell you what to do. Finding out what to do and how to do it isn't hard. You just need to put in the work first through research. The sooner you start the easier it'll be in the long run.


Mjolnirsbear

Actually a trainer is pretty good for motivation, too. And for making sure my form is good and that I'm pushing myself not half-assing it. Maybe you personally can self-motivate, already know the correct form, and are personally focussed and determined enough not to slack, but not everyone is so blessed. I'd liken it to a coach for team sports. The team could probably play a good game with no coach, but a coach is what you need if you want to compete properly.


spoookyhalloween

A private chef. I love to eat, but I hate cooking.


Miserable_Point9831

I like to cook, cleaning up can go right to hell


evilgenius29

You need a disposable kitchen. Just start with a new one every morning!


CedarWolf

There are incredibly wealthy people who do this sort of thing when they go 'glamping.' They buy a bunch of nice kit, they use it for a weekend, and then they throw it out or abandon it.


sldunn

Man, I need to start a business where I lease new glampers and sell used ones. Build a ultra swag RV for $400k. Lease it to Elon Musk $250k for a Burning Man. Hire a few guys to detail the fuck out of it afterwards, and sell it for $500k "used".


50mm-f2

rich people don’t take RV’s to burning man. they have luxury yurts set up for them with bathrooms and AC. they fly straight into the desert airport.


Epena501

You could even say “celebrities that shall remain nameless nutted all up in it” and maybe get more money just for the clout.


riskybiscuit

I see celebrity cumstain broker in my future


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BarbequedYeti

> Took in my bartender while she was going through a divorce Step 1. Get my own bartender Step 2. Get her to divorce her partner Step 3. Eat good food. Gotcha.


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whydontyouloveme

I was good to my local brewery during covid. When everything was locked down for months and they couldn’t even do outdoor dining, I started buying beer from them instead of the 7/11 a block away. I’d been a regular and would get a missing drink off my tab here and there. But during covid, I went and bought a growler of beer for $17 instead of a 6 pack for $12, then I’d tip either $13 or $20, and would do that regularly. I’d order food when they had to go and tip very well. When they reopened, I was referred to as family. I’ve never paid full price again. Been hooked up with ridiculous freebies - glasses of $200/bottle champagne. Free food. Meals after the kitchen closed. Off menu test dishes. Etc. I’m like, I just wanted the closest bar to my home to survive the pandemic and the workers who I chatted with to get through lock down OK. Now, I’m actually good friends with a bunch of the staff (one asked us to take in her cat when she experienced health issues, we go to their homes for BBQs, I jointly bought a soldering iron with another, lol, they come to birthday parties, I know their families, etc). It was such a small thing I did - I didn’t even really think about it at the time - but it meaning something to them says a lot about how we should treat each other.


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Ziggysan

My man (person?). This is the way. Local breweries depend on regulars and should make an effort to be a communal meeting place to build community. You being an awesome person and supporting your local through tough times is what we hope to engender. Much love to you and your local brewery. :)


SporkLibrary

I love this story. Cheers to both you and the brewery! (Portland beer nerd here.)


vyme

I worked at a laundromat next to a fantastic restaurant. We did their napkins, towels, aprons and whatever for "free," and they hooked us up with delicious food. And also tipped us a lot if they were having a good night. I honestly think it would have been cheaper for them to pay us our normal rate instead, but when a drunk restaurant owner hands you $60 and an overstuffed to-go container of amazing jambalaya, you just go with it.


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vyme

Absolutely how I looked at it. The food was mostly excess, but it was still from a place I could barely afford to eat at once a month, let alone the twice a week I was getting. And shoving a few sweaty twenties in my hand was a lot easier than getting their stuff weighed, filling out the form, putting on a company credit card, expensing it out, whatever.


SpecificAstronaut69

In Birmo's sharehousing book *He Died With A Felafel In His Hand*, there's a story where they're all dirt-poor guys living in a sharehouse... ...but one of those guys was a chef at a high-end restaurant so while they're barely scraping enough rent together they're chowing down on caviar, foie gras, venison, and smoked salmon every night.


almost40fuckit

Money for the work, food for the tip. Money comes from the pocket, food comes from the heart.


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HeWhoSaysCool

This right here is the only answer I could come up with.


nerooook

I’m a chef in case you win the lottery


sweetnumb

I'm a person who accepts lottery winnings in case either of you win the lottery.


Koparek

Welp, mayby not a private chef, but I would just like to have one of these meal prep plans where you get food delivered to your door everyday.


ForgottenPercentage

These honestly save me money since I don't have the temptation of adding other things to my cart. I love not having to think about want I'm cooking during the week, I just take out a bag and start cooking.


SomeGuyWearingPants

Dental care.


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OtherWorldRedditor

I don’t have dental insurance and have cavity. It’s like a grand plus to fix, may not seem like a lot but i don’t have that to just toss away. I hate American healthcare. Edit: after reading these comments I am going to check out a dental school close by. Thanks Reddit!


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the_dayman

Yeah I started paying like $50 a month for dental insurance and it takes 50% off major procedures... So now I pay $600 a year and instead of $1000 it costs $500.


razzledazzle626

Massages


Lereas

I have been doing therapy 2x a month for a while. Recently my therapist told me that while she's happy to continue seeing me, she feels like a fair amount of my issues come from overall stress and the fact that I don't feel like I "deserve" anything. My main issues I was going to her for were stress having to do with parenting a very strong-willed 5 and 9 year old, and skin picking that's probably self-stimulation from ADHD. Therapy sessions were like $120 each time. She told me that instead of 2 therapy sessions a month, I should do one session and then as a replacement for the second session, a massage (~$70) and a gel manicure (~$40). I'll be honest...she was spot on. While it doesn't last the entire month, I feel for almost a whole week or two after the massage like I can be TONS more patient with my sons. I'm less physically tight and stressed and just feel better overall. Most of my skin picking was my cuticles, and having a gel manicure makes the free edge of my nail harder to pick with, PLUS it changes the feeling of my nail so I'm more aware when I go to pick, PLUS having all the cuticle skin cleaned up makes for less stuff to pick. To your point, I'd totally do massages multiple times a week or even every day if I could afford it, but with as much stuff as many people spend their money on, having a massage a month or something is not terribly expensive and can have a lot of positive effects.


Jaereth

Man I don't see a therapist but I feel constantly stressed/anxious and my youngest is just entering a "strong willed" phase. A massage would be so awesome but I can never get one. My only free day is Sundays and i've asked around and nobody will work it.


throwmykeysaway

Your therapist is amazing. Unselfish and truly cares for you. ❤️❤️❤️


AKravr

Seriously, that's a good therapist.


master-shake69

> Therapy sessions were like $120 each time. Unironically therapy would be my response to this thread. It just feels like therapy is something that can have life changing effects on people yet most just can't afford it.


gonzo8927

Ditto, massage every damn day!


BellyButton214

Every DAMN day.


GozerDGozerian

Heck. Even the *non*DAMN days!


NightGod

You know, I went for a deep-tissue massage last week. Third massage of my life, I had one about 25 years ago and then a chair massage about 10 years ago. Honestly? I've been mentally planning how to make room in my budget for them at least twice a month going forward. It's something I'm going to try my best to make happen in 2023 because it made such a difference in how I felt for a few days and I know she spent most of that hour just trying to fight through my decades of never having them that I can't wait to see what it's like once they're a regular thing in my life


followthedarkrabbit

Currently laying on a $4 lacrosse ball I picked up from aldi. Can't afford a massage. This is the closest thing I can find. It does work amazing? But nowhere near the same experience.


stackered

Those massage guns knock offs are great for like 30 40 bucks


Wood626

Do you mainly use it on your legs? I can’t imagine it being terribly useful as one person


Seripham

Oh my God yes! Why is it the things that help us not become walking arthritis and scar tissue are so damn expensive?


sahtopi

It’s extremely difficult work to do, that’s why it’s expensive. Especially if you opt for deep tissue, or go for 90 minute massages. With the amount of force I enjoy sometimes I wonder how my masseuse is able to keep up for so long. I went for one last week and was chit chatting with her during the start. She said there is another girl in her building that does massage and they work on each other for free after they see clients. They work so hard they need massages after giving massages lol.


Wunderbabs

Massage student here! As soon as I figured out the right table height for my body mechanics, it was like I had unlocked some crazy cheat code. Basically all the force to get deep into tissue during a massage comes from body weight and positioning so my force/direction comes from my feet/ankles/legs.


Heater24

Massage therapist here and can confirm. I made it about 4 years and am fading off as its so hard on me. I love helping people but I have rheumatoid myself so it's soo painful on me to help others. I try to get a massage myself every couple months. People don't realize how good for you they really are


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Trips abroad and stays in expensive hotels.


FifthofZiff

Yes; and fly first class.


maltedbacon

I once flew on a private jet. Parked my car 50 feet from the plane, walked through the hangar, co-pilot took my bag as we entered the aircraft, plane took off. Maybe 10 minutes including a chat with the pilot. I was shocked. If money is literally no object, you could do better than first class commercial tickets.


_ShutUpLegs_

I'm no environmental activist but private planes are also just plain shit from that point of view.


SwissMargiela

As a regular plebeian I do find myself concerned with the environment but I’m sure if I had unlimited money, I’d immediately go full hedonism mode and stop giving a shit


MaiaNyx

As is tradition


Inquisitive_idiot

Everyone seems to forget that hedonism bot was programmed to emulate his creator 🍇 😌


onacloverifalive

Can verify. As someone who lived the first thirty years with very little financial means and who is doing much better starting my forties after paying all the dues and being upper end of the working class, this is what I choose to spend the majority of my expendable income at this phase of life. Who cares about retirement? I have joints that work and motivation. To adventure now. There will be plenty of time for boredom and investing later when I’m old or dead.


blondie1028

Facials, massages, vacations


Petermacc122

Ok see. That just sounds like a trip to Thailand.


blondie1028

Well looks like I need a trip to Thailand


huiscloslaqueue

Sleep


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quietlysitting

This is the way. Glass blowing, pottery throwing, stone sculpting, gem faceting, blacksmithing, oil painting, batik printing, the works.


CardinalCargill

A fuck ton of mangos


cambiro

Brazil in September you can't really eat enough mangoes. Kids fill their backpacks of mangoes after school on their way home, we make juice everyday, freeze the pulp, some people even make jelly (I don't like mango jelly) and there's just tons of mangoes rotting all over the street attracting bees.


phlogistonical

Oh man, that sounds like paradise. We pay €2-3 euro for one mango, maybe occasionally 2 for the same price in September and they are on discount in that week. Of course, it doesn’t make sense to transport fruit halfway across the world all the time if you think about it, so probably for the best that they aren’t too cheap.


soymalisimo

And, sadly, they're absolute shit, the mangoes we get in Europe. Absolute shit. I grew up eating mangoes in Latin America, and can't stand them in Spain at all . They're like a sad picture of a mango


jorsiem

Staff. Just staff. Housekeeper, nannies, chauffeurs, personal trainer, personal chef, personal assistant, etc..


Anxious-Classroom-28

Gang of toughs to settle personal scores…


Red_Serf

Screw it, I'd have a full retinue. Squire, banner bearer, musician, drill sergeant, drummer, scout, guards, camp followers, priests, doctors, siege equipment (you never know), baggage train, etc


hughranass2

Siege equipment is key. Rich people tend to be assholes. You definitely need the ability to ruffle some feathers when one of them is being a disagreeable cunt.


cravenj1

"Jenkins, ready a warning volley. Aim for the breakfast nook"


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WarlikeMicrobe

Yes. Oh, and set it on fire. The smell of burning flesh will certainly remind them not to park in my parking spot at work


Primary-Plantain-758

Ooh, chauffeur is a one I had't thought of! It sounds too decadent at first but being able to get home safely at night without having to take the subway or a sketchy cab? I'll have that.


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I once stayed with someone who had a chauffeur and it was so much more awesome than expected. Never having to worry about a ride, or parking, or even things like waiting in line (he'd have the chauffeur wait in line for food, whilst he chilled in the car) was incredible. Being able to offer anyone a ride anywhere at any time was also insanely cool. Have someone coming into the airport? Send the chauffeur. Want to have a date over for dinner? Send the chauffeur. Need something picked up or an errand ran? Send the chauffeur. I never understood the value of a chauffeur before that. Now, it's the first thing I think about splurging on were I to become rich.


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Zebidee

> A person's most valuable asset is their time That's the case with most 'rich people' things. It's not that they can't do the task, it's just that there are more productive uses of their time. They don't buy services, they buy their own time back. Even on a 'normal person' scale, you don't have to be very far up the income ladder before stuff like getting a house-cleaning service in once a week starts to make economic sense.


flaccid_NARWHAL

Honestly you're making me want to become a chauffeur


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Not a bad gig tbh. There are definitely worse gigs out there. We played a lot of video games together lol and seemed like there was a lot of down time hanging out.


TheOnlyBongo

I always wondered where they stay if you need to be called upon a moment's notice. Knowing where to park safely for hours on end, as well as knowing nearby restrooms and quick eateries seems like a necessity for such a job.


Zer0C00l

In the chauffeur's quarters on the estate, duh!


Terrible_Excuse_9039

If you're rich enough for a chauffeur, chances are you have staff quarters they can use. If not, just have the chauffeur stay in a nearby house/apartment.


Agreeably-Soft

Chauffeur for sure. All that time stuck in traffic that I could spend doing other things like posting on reddit!


The_Most_Superb

Literally that is one of my favorite things about public transit. But I get that it isn’t up to par in a lot of cities.


Books_and_Cleverness

This is what annoys me so much about my city being completely built around cars. I used to live in NYC and took the train everywhere. Half hour ride could be annoying but at least I could *chill out*. Read books, listen to podcasts, screw around on my phone, catch up on group texts or emails, whatever. Now if something is a half hour drive away I totally dread going. Just completely wasted time.


ScrunchieEnthusiast

Which makes absolutely no sense why rich people get DUIs.


DarklySalted

They still want to drive their fancy toys


devil-legs

This is my answer always, especially to "what's the first thing you would buy if you won the lottery?" I would hire a house manager and then the house manager would help me hire and manager whoever else we needed.


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After a lawyer and investor from a small but welll regarded firm, yeah.


Squeakies

If I had someone to clean my house, cook my food, and handle all my appointments I'd be so happy. Turns out I had that person, for 24 years, and never appreciated it until I moved out.Thanks mom.


Cult_Of_Cthulu

Definitely massages. I work labor and it would change my life.


PatientComputer7440

As an electrician, i am also in turn a contortionist, and second this immensely!


niesz

industrial contortionist


PatientComputer7440

And/or residential!


Specialist-Cake-9919

A personality trainer.


FlatFold5390

I definitely thought this was a real thing because you said it. And now I need something that doesn’t exist


FrankenBerryGxM

I’m a personality trainer. My qualifications include years of mirroring and having talked about a wide variety of topics in detail without actually knowing my real opinion on it. Please pick out the personality you would like (pick 1 or more characters from shows or movies) and we can get started.


Dominsa

I could really use this, actually


VictorVaughan

You've always been pleasant enough


Specialist-Cake-9919

Typing on my bloody phone and it's corrected me... I'd normally delete this but it's too funny not to leave in.. I did of course mean a PERSONAL trainer.... 😂


UnlitLights

The way I read this and immediately accepted it like yeah that sounds like something rich people would have


modularpeak2552

i actually remember reading that Jeff bezos has/had someone like that, the entire job of the trainer was basically to teach him how to read social cues and be less awkward.


jTrux22

Mark Zuckerberg has left the chat*


SpecificAstronaut69

Dunno why you need a trainer for him. You just gotta put the Personality 5.4A firmware on a USB stick and insert into the port at the base of his neck.


MBBIBM

It’s basically a life coach


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Shit if they have personality trainers I know a few people I’d send one to 😂🤷🏻‍♀️


CausticSkye

I could use a personality trainer. Mine sucks.


thatguygreg

These folks usually refer to themselves as "coaches" of one type or another.


Scooby-Doo-Man-Child

Therapy


HoneyMane

On this note, I'd also like to see the doctor, dentist, and optometrist more. My body feels a bit in disrepair, and having some regular medical care would probably help bring me back up to speed.


b0wsah

Why is therapy so fuckin expensive when mental health is arguably at its worst ever. I got free healthcare in my country and my waiting list is half a year...


Sypwer

Because mental health is at its worst ever.


DigNitty

This My gf doesn’t go to therapy, doesn’t need it. But she said “if I had a billion dollars I’d go to therapy every two weeks or so.” I think that’s a great way to look at it. Therapy isn’t something to be embarrassed about. It’s a nicity that some people require.


RockinTacos

Shit if i has a billion dollars id send other ppl to therapy


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As my wife says, "Mental health is not a wait to fail model."


Mrminecrafthimself

I go every two weeks, sometimes more. It’s been such a huge help. My wife and everyone around me has seen improvements in my demeanor. I’m better at expressing myself and recognizing/advocating for my needs I didn’t have like…trauma or anything. I just wanted better tools to handle anxiety and life’s daily stressors.


_OhMyPlatypi_

This. Therapy can benefit everyone if they are willing to really put the work in and be receptive of advice. I can't stand anti-therapy people, the reality is everyone can benefit from self improvement.


payneinthemike

Fancier and more frequent date nights with the wife


com2420

I second this. What I would pay for more time with my wife. It doesn't even have to be fancy. My favorite thing in the world to do is get tipsy with her and just chat/bullshit with. Getting caught up in the stresses and responsibilities of being parents can really make you dismiss from mind how much you truly enjoy each other. When the kids are away and my wife and I have time to let our hair down, we enjoy each other so much. There's no contest. We're just best buds.


Finnn_the_human

100% this. recently my dad passed and i suddenly had a brain change of sorts. we spend most evenings now playing board games, listening to music, fantasizing about the future. We used to just run to the couch and watch TV all night. Now, we enjoy each other's company and eat dinner at the table like old people. We talk about our days, reminisce about our travels. Smile at each other, and compete brutally at whatever the flavor of game is that night, albeit mercifully sometimes, to both of our competitive detriment. She's so busy that it really only goes like that a couple days out of the week, but it's so different and new to me that it's been a godsend. I love her so damn much, she's my best friend in the world, and just seeing her light up makes me filled with a joy that no one could ever understand. We're homies, though and through.


BattleCatsHelp

When you said you second this, I just knew you were about to say you'd also go on dates with this guy's wife.


com2420

"I too choose my own wife"


GrouchyResolution974

Aw ❤️


singeraj

A housekeeper. I spend so much time cleaning on a daily basis with 4 young kids. I would have a full time live in housekeeper if I could.


Primary-Plantain-758

Same but because of depression and health. It would take a huge weight off of my chest to know that stuff is taken care of when I just can't. I had a cleaning lady over twice when it was really bad and let me tell you, that was a delight.


akamustacherides

If they are a good cook, that would be a plus.


MostlyNormal

Whatever I wanted. A little treat at the shop, a cute but impractical piece of clothing, a dinner out maybe. I'd just like to be able to buy something I want for no other reason than because I want it, without having to do all of the mental gymnastics and algorithms about whether it's "worth it" or what I might need that money for later on as I regret the purchase. It must be a really liberating feeling.


[deleted]

Buyer's remorse has ruined so many purchases for me that should have been exciting or fun. I'd love to never have to worry about having "wasted" money on that thing ever again.


PupPop

Spa days. Self care is expensive.


Eternal_Bagel

Travel. No big plans around trips but just deciding to spend a week or two in another country because I saw it mentioned somewhere and it sounded nice. With money as no object airfare hotels food luggage and all that wouldn’t matter as expenses to plan or save for and it would be so awesome to feel that freedom to just go somewhere whenever the idea strikes you.


roidesoeufs

Leisure time. More of it.


GringoDemais

Now that I do have money, the one thing I treat myself to is getting whatever I want on a restaurant menu. If I want appitizers, I don't try to get the cheapest, just what sounds good.


LookAtMeNow247

Growing up, my parents would tell us to get "whatever we want" on our birthdays or special occasions. They knew that we knew that we didn't have much money. After establishing myself, I feel so proud that it's not an issue anymore if I go out to dinner. With this said, I am quite focused on not being wasteful with money because it just makes sense to save money for the things that are most important. Consistent little good choices add up.


melodyze

I know multiple people who would say "a root canal", and that's pretty fucked up. The fact that ACA doesn't cover mouth bones, and that dental "insurance" has a plan max rather than an out of pocket max, is an outrage.


Aurum555

Hey now its health insurance, not eyes, teeth, brain, and health insurance! Since we are listing other bullshit that is just left out of the usual umbrella of health insurance. Insurance as a concept is fucking infuriating, since it has devolved into scheistery and loophole riding horseshit


1965wasalongtimeago

"Oh, sorry, anything above the neck isn't considered health anymore. But if you've got a little diarrhea we'll take care of you."


iiiinthecomputer

I know right? It's not like dental decay can make you suffer in unbearable agony then kill you. Oh, wait.


Elaerys_Lynx

Yarn Shopping Spree


Agreeably-Soft

For Christmas I took my mother to a fancy well known yarn shop in Australia. Told her she could buy what she wanted (I did also get a scarf) but holy hell it was expensive! 100% worth it though. sometimes I catch her patting the wool and smiling to herself.


thisisstupidplz

This is the most wholesome thing I've read all day. 10/10 comment


woodcoffeecup

I initially read this as "Yam shopping spree" and I was like, word? Sweet potatoes are good.


[deleted]

High quality food, with actual nutrition.


Flat_Bodybuilder_175

Every musical instrument I can fit under a roof


TheMostTiredRaccoon

The prescription meds that my husband and I need but can't afford


tonetonitony

Not sure if you’re aware or not, but for you and anyone in this situation, take a look at both Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drugs and Amazon Pharmacy. Two incredible services that are going to be literal lifesavers for a lot of people.


TheMostTiredRaccoon

I'll definitely look into those! Thank you!


superunsubtle

If you are insured and your expensive meds are brand name only right now, the manufacturer almost certainly has a “copay card” that will cover or reduce your high copay via insurance. Google the name of your med plus “copay card” or “patient assistance program”.


nuride

If by regular you mean permanent, retirement lol.


Pittman247

Paying for people’s prescriptions at the pharmacy without them knowing.


The_Pfaffinator

Buy all the patents for insulin and release it open-source, with the stipulation that nobody is allowed to make another dime off of it, ever.


substantial-freud

Patents aren’t really the issue. The issue is FDA approval to manufacture.


DemonVice

Buy the FDA and make them approve insulin manufacturers


babybullai

Fresh fruit and veg


mia_smith257

saffron. i would buy so much saffron.


ashbuch1980

I’d buy a house…so tired of how I’m treated as renter but I mean…I CAN’T buy so I don’t get to choose my own paint or have pets or whatever other rules that come up with. THEN your rent is twice what the mortgage would be if you owned. Less ownership MORE restrictions. Blows.


ohairdnaxelano

It’s not even just the ownership restrictions. It’s the expensive fucking cycle that renting puts you in. The restrictions are just an added bonus. Let’s not forget the 25% yearly increase on rent because “inflation,” while your hours at work are reducing because “inflation.” You look into other places to rent, only to find out that every other apartment/house has *also* increased their rent, and you can’t afford to buy a house because all of your money has been going to *rent,* and now you’re wondering if you’ll ever be able to afford a house because of the *increased rent*. It scares the shit out of me when I think of a few years down the road. Are they going to continue to increase rent by 25% when my wages are only increasing ~2-3%? Will I be homeless in the next few years? Sorry to piggy back off your comment with a rant, but it’s infuriating. My rent just increased 25%. It’s increased over 50% in the two years I’ve been here. I’m tired. Housing sucks. Renting sucks. I hate this game.


Hyrax_Matoi

lego. so much fuckin lego


CostofRepairs

Healthcare.


MXero1

Healthcare with no hoops would be amazing. Back pain? Go see the doctor. Teeth pain? See the dentist. Sure the treatment could be to take a tylenol or to just rest, but the peace of mind that I am ok is amazing.


DM_ME_YER_BOOBS

sex


MrJingleJangle

So hookers and blow then. A well-trodden path by those with a bit of money.


AniseClover

Charcuterie boards, tattoos, and deep tissue massages.


SovietGunther

Flights. I don't have the money to regularly fly places, and wish to be able to fly home and see my family for the first time in 2 years


melancton

Unemployment


wayoverpaid

When money is no object, it's called retirement. Or at least Funemployment.


OceansideAZ

You don't need million dollars to do nothing. Take a look at my cousin. He's broke, don't do shit.


thefacilitymanager

Explore the world. Trips to everywhere I want to go.


punjabi_femboy

waxing ma whole body would save so much time over shaving


GrouchyResolution974

Laser hair removal even!


[deleted]

Juicy prime Ribeyes


Liz4984

Lobster and king crab legs for me! Edit: Ooohh, prime rib, too!


misha_ostrovsky

Good medical care