<prompt> Human: Hi guys. Im a 20 year old who just got their first job about a month and a half ago. Yup. Ive basically just continued to come up with excuses since I was 16. Ie, didnt have a car, too much homework, no point, etc. Now Ive finally done it, and I got a job I really like. I work full time as an arcade attendant, making 8 an hour. Its not great, but I enjoy it. However, now that Im finally making my own money, I feel bad whenever I but the smallest treats. Yesterday, I bought new headphones, a phone case, and boxed hair dye all in one shopping trip, and I just keep thinking about all of the money that I could have put in my savings. My idea when I got the job was to put all of it away to save up to move to Texas, since my parents would still be giving me money for groceries every month. Now, every time I spend, I feel like Im another step away from moving. Has anyone gone through this guilt? What rationalizing do you use?Edit: Not that it much matters, but Im a she. And thanks for all the replies, guys. Also, I havent been living with my parents. I moved out to go to college when I was 17, and have taken a couple of breaks to go to treatment for an eating disorder. Im not saying that Ive got everything in line, but Im pretty proud of where Im at for what Ive gone through.Edit v2: Im on my break, and I actually just found out that everyone in my department is getting a raise by 2. I also found out that I might be promoted to a supervisor position soon. After the raise and promotion, Id be making 12 an hour. Not sure if this is going to help or hinder my guilt. HahaAssistant: Now you understand money doesnt fall out of a tree. It has to be earned at one point.Now is also time to make a budget and stick to it. Read the Prime DirectiveHuman: Ive always gotten that my parents work hard for how much they support me. I guess now its just kinda hitting me in the face.  <response>: Your parents arent making minimum wage. Anyways, working people get benefits and those include having some spending money. You need to learn that and accept that you are a working person now with all the benefits and drawbacks. Dont overstress yourself by trying too hard to save it all. Feel free to spend if its worth it. 