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Don't Depend On Daddy

114. The 5 Best Purchases I Made in My Twenties (That Actually Changed My Life)

18 Jun 2025

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In this episode of Don’t Depend on Daddy, Michela shares the five best purchases she made throughout her twenties—ranging from a $20 book to a $9,000 cosmetic procedure. These investments weren’t just splurges—they deeply impacted her confidence, routines, finances, and lifestyle. From at-home coffee rituals and skincare to the transformative power of a nose job, Michela breaks down why each purchase was worth it, how she thinks about ROI when spending, and why being intentional with money is the ultimate glow-up. Whether you're in your early twenties or nearing 30, this episode will challenge you to rethink what it means to spend wisely.TIME STAMPS: 00:00 – Intro + Japan travel update & upcoming budget breakdown03:00 – Financial tools, grad season gifts, and mid-year budget planning05:00 – Why intentional spending matters in your 20s06:30 – Best Purchase #1: Breville Barista Express & at-home coffee ritual10:00 – Best Purchase #2: My nose job + how it built my confidence & business14:30 – Navigating self-image and spending on appearance21:00 – Best Purchase #3: The Daily Stoic and mindful morning routines24:00 – Best Purchase #4: Red light mask & my skincare confidence journey26:30 – Best Purchase #5: Kindle + why reading changed my life28:45 – Final thoughts + my mindset behind “worth it” purchases💸 Personal Finance Dashboard:https://breakyourbudget.com/personal-finance-dashboard💸 Basic Budgeting Template: https://breakyourbudget.com/basic-budgeting-template💸 NEW FI/RE Template: https://breakyourbudget.com/fire-template✅ Subscribe to Break Your Budget Weekly: https://breakyourbudget.com/newsletter📖 My Books: https://breakyourbudget.com/book👩🏼‍💻 Task Management System + Promotion Template:https://breakyourbudget.com/own-your-career-templateFREE DOWNLOADS:💸 Recession Guide: https://breakyourbudget.com/recession-guide✅ Monthly Audit Checklist: https://breakyourbudget.com/monthly-audit-checklist✍🏻 Personal Finance Starter Kit: https://breakyourbudget.com/pf-starter-kitAll Other Resources: https://breakyourbudget.com/links👩🏼‍💻 Inquiries: [email protected]📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakyourbudget/📲 Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakyourbudget📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/michela_alloccaa💸 Break Your Budget LTK: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/MichelaAllocca/

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