I applaud the OP for brutal honesty and self-awareness. It is not easy to admit. The behavioral aspects of personal finance and psychology of money are integral to the journey. The goal of reaching financial independence can be all-consuming and can lead to perseveration. The transition from prodigious saver to consuming one's assets is a very difficult transition for many and has been written about several times on this forum.
Finding a hobby or some meaningful part-time work to distract you from the fixation may be helpful.
I think it's an important topic to discuss and to refrain from demeaning criticism.
Finding a hobby or some meaningful part-time work to distract you from the fixation may be helpful.
I think it's an important topic to discuss and to refrain from demeaning criticism.
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