The 27-year-old tech professional shared a list of things she doesn’t buy despite her income ₹50 million annually. She took to Instagram and revealed what she would rather invest in at a time when luxury is often seen as an indicator of success. Many on the internet might agree with her thinking.
Bangalore tech on expenses
The woman lives in Bengaluru and is a data engineer. Through his user ID @thinking.mori on the photo-sharing app, he shares a few insights from his life daily. In one of them, she opened up about her salary and revealed how she manages her expenses. Talking about splurges, she said she doesn’t spend her money on luxury items like the latest iPhones, fast fashion brands like Zara or even handbags.
Revealing her salary, she wrote: “All the money but also loans so we choose experiences over objects.” She indicated that she often skips certain purchases even though she wants them, such as a new phone, expensive bags or even clothes.
No iPhones, fancy car or purse
“Experience >> items,” she mused in her scroll.
The user also revealed a list of items she refuses to spend money on. It includes premium purchases such as the latest iPhone models, a luxury car, luxury clothes, shoes or other items.
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So what does he consider when he spends money? She answered a similar question in the comments section, writing: “Traveling, pilates, eating well.”
“I’ve traveled to 5 countries in the last 2 years. That’s what I mean when I say experiences over objects,” she added in response to another comment.
She claimed that she would rather spend on things that add value to her life. Similarly, experiences are more important to her than materialistic things.
“If you know me, you know I’d spend 10 million on travel, so what I’m really saying is, you girl, try not to burn out,” she captioned her video.
Netizens react
Many reacted differently to the post. Among them several related to her thoughts.
The user wrote in the comments: “A man without money and a woman without beauty see the world without illusions.”
“I’m the same way. I don’t get mani and pedis and expensive aesthetic clothes because I live in a nice apartment and I like to spend money when I travel and I like to take my parents on trips (sic),” commented another.
One wrote: “Girl. Save that money! Save it!!!!!!!!!!!!! Because that burnout is going to hit really hard and your existential crisis is going to hit harder lol. There is no fun (sic) in this journey.”
Someone else said: “Wise youngster I’ve seen lately. Of course with AI there’s no telling how long he’ll have the job (sic).”
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Another user said: “I can relate to this. I love being a minimalist. I’ll think five times before buying a 500 rs product but don’t hesitate to spend the money on travel (sic).”
(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. Live Mint could not independently verify the claims and does not endorse them.)
