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When it comes to “girl math”, an association of a whimsical and glitter-laced financial philosophy swirls in the air (or in one’s head). Think of it this way, Pandas, why would someone sane spend $15 on shipping when shopping online? No, we don’t do that here, instead, a lot of women usually prefer to dive into the treasure trove of online goodies, handpicking just enough items to meet that required $30 threshold where free shipping awaits them with open arms. And that’s just one example of “girl math” in question.

And really, who needs the ‘finance bros’ to mansplain the logic behind money or purchases (or even going as far as not counting the calories you’ve consumed over the weekend) when you can simply just… trust “girl math”? Being a woman is certainly not easy, there are a lot of things to consider at all times, so why not make it fun for ourselves?

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jade s
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If I've been at a pool or in the shower I'm not gonna put the same gross underwear back on. 14 minimum for 7 days is fine.

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WindySwede
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I though it was, if I sleep on it, I might get to common sense, and see I don't need it?

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On, and in case you didn't know, the quirky concept is currently gaining traction on TikTok, where young females share their unique and maybe slightly 'irrational' money habits or spending rationales. To add to more examples, in “girl math”, money saved from a self-imposed spending freeze, after failing to return an item for refund on time, is considered as money regained.

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Mrs Irish Mom
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yup especially if you bought it 3 weeks before and that money is forgotton about then the new thing only feels like it costs 10 euro

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Ben
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel like if you use something everyday, it impacts the quality of your life. Worth it

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Satan Laughs
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m looking at you, ULTA. Every dang time I feel bad for passing on “free” makeup for only $75.

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Still, it's wise to perceive that “Girl math” also operates under various other whimsical rules. For instance, if you receive cash from a friend as repayment for their share of a dinner that you previously charged to your credit card, this cash is seen as... well “free money”. Similarly, purchases under $5 are not regarded as real expenditure, because they are perceived as so inexpensive that they’re practically free, we said what we said.

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MrLiesegang
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, and then they added the taxes and whoosh you‘re paying $55 or so. Means, there are $488 left on the bank account and $38 new dollar to spend…

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Mis Stake she/her 🇫🇮🇬🇧
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And that money can then be used to get something you would not spend your own money on because it is spare money

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Lisa H
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is valid girl math. Fight me. Actually please don't.

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Another example of “girl math” thinking is the belief that not capitalizing on sales, discounts, or free shipping offers equates to losing money. And in a way that's true, if an item is on sale, not purchasing it means you're financially at a loss (can't go a day without fueling that shopping addiction, right?). That's why, any money saved by forgoing daily treats like coffee or soda is viewed as earnings!

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Justanotherpanda
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was in an account you couldn't get to and thus couldn't spend, so yes, free money......which you would need for new deposit, but still...

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Yin Lin
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

@Andy Cran (I don’t know if the @ will work but the point is there) I completely agree with what you’re saying, and I consider Mariah Carey a huge a*****e for that, but this really isn’t the best post to talk about it. People came here looking for girl stuff, so they don’t want to see the truth behind abuse towards men. I’m sorry.

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Asswipe
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Meh. I always buy one or more gifts for myself for christmas and birthdays because nobody else is going to do it. I always get what I want #guymath

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Satan Laughs
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well duh, you need friends at a concert! I’d rather do nosebleed seats with friends over the pit by myself. 🥹

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RP
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wholes day cut up by having to leave the house are ruined so once you are already out of the house, it makes sense to pack in all the stuff you have to do then. 100% behind this

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lily jones
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cash doesn't count, and the tens/ones left over from your hundreds don't count

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Satan Laughs
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don’t care for MISTER Bernard telling me about girl math. Except the Amazon one. That’s true. Good boy.

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Argle Bargle
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes!! Paid a little bit extra each week by a miscalculation, then at the end of the year, the real estate agent says please could you stop giving us money, it's messing up our books. I was very ok with that proposal

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Walter Brameld
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's funny how, decades ago, cash was "real" and credit cards felt like free money, but now it's the reverse.

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Walter Brameld
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Depending on how many dozens of miles you walked, this could be true.

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Satan Laughs
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Guilty. But now I’m too tired to make my bed every morning so I have floor pillows during the day! Double duty, yo.

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Diana Pahule
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sorry, I use the currency conversion and realize I don't need that.

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Walter Brameld
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is actually kind of true. The money bought you the *option* to see the show.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Translation: I bought something yesterday and still stayed within my budget. Now today, I can enjoy it and stay within today's budget.

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lily jones
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like oh, I have $10 to my name, it is what it is. And all of these free packages coming in the mail!

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