<prompt> Human: I have been working on an emergency fund and retirement to a lesser extent. But I went a little overboard. I prohibited myself from seeing friends to save petrol and money and I wouldnt allow myself to buy meat when I felt like cooking something fancy. Ive missed out on bands in town. I dont travel to see my mother because the train fare means spending. Now Im sitting here feeling sad and lifeless. Im just posting this in case someone here is going down the same path. Being sensible is one thing, denying yourself completely is another and a false economy. I would give up a bit of my money not to feel so depressed now. Anyway Im going to go treat myself to something today so hopefully my mood will improve.  <response>: Work to live dont live to work 