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Asked on Reddit: Can I justify an expensive hobby?

Recently, a Reddit user asked whether spending on an expensive hobby can be justified, and NerdWallet writer Kimberly Palmer covered the thread.
Worries about diverting funds from saving or debt motivated general readers and Reddit commenters to seek advice on balancing spending on hobbies amid financial uncertainty.
Andi Wrenn recommends ensuring essentials are paid before hobby spending, advising a separate hobby savings account and using travel rewards and sales to fund expenses, while John Jones suggests budgeting and exploring hobby monetization.
Redditors were split on whether to splurge or save, with experts advising that planned, balanced discretionary spending can reduce household conflicts and fit financial goals.
A range of Reddit anecdotes showed varied splurges, from cars to instruments, while John Jones, certified financial planner, urged reflecting on long-term goals and values when prioritizing discretionary funds.

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