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PSYCHOLOGY OF FRUGAL HABITS
Psychology says people who save gift wrappers aren't cheap, they may see potential that others overlook- Psychology says people who save shopping bags inside shopping bags aren't cheap, they may simply see value that others overlook
- Psychology says people who use coupons to avail a discount at different restaurants aren't always frugal: What this money-saving habit means
- Psychology says adults who hold onto empty jars and containers are often seeking more than storage: Why ‘just in case’ thinking makes it hard to throw things awayPsychology suggests that nail biting is rarely a sign of immaturity, poor discipline or weak self-control. More often, it is the brain's wa...27 Jun, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
- 6 things the elderly can do to overcome frugality mindset: What they can learn from youngstersThe young spend because they are optimistic and fearless about the future. We freeze at the idea of letting go because we worry about the r...07 Apr, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
- One money habit that can boost savings: Man says his financial strategy influences wealth growth 'subconsciously'A Reddit user says consistently tracking daily expenses helped him grow savings without extreme budgeting or aggressive investing. By recor...19 Jan, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
- Smart Money Tip of the Week: You can lose Rs 25 lakh in 15 years due to impulsive buying, here's how the 48-hour spending rule can helpOur lives today are running on autopilot, leaving us with little time to think or reflect on our spending habits. Social media algorithms c...19 Dec, 2025, 04.06 PM IST
- Retirement reality check: Why overconfidence about your golden years can backfireThe fears that are associated with the cessation of income, or the loss of power or purpose, should make one a little pessimistic about ret...20 Oct, 2025, 06.30 AM IST
- Are you very frugal when it comes to spending? These signs could mean you're over-saving but under-living your lifeChrometophobia is an extreme case of fear, anxiety and panic at the thought of spending money. A small fraction of people suffers from this...10 Aug, 2025, 01.28 PM IST
- Your liberal financial support can be harmful for your loved ones: Know the difference between helping & enabling loved onesMoney offers power, control, prestige, social acceptance and approval. Some enablers go to the extent of hiding their own poor financial po...06 Jan, 2025, 10.29 AM IST
- Why you need to be self aware while spendingAnnouncing a special discount, offering attractive deals during a limited time window, providing freebies with purchases and luring buyers ...31 Oct, 2022, 06.30 AM IST
- Here is the best way to follow through on your New Year's resolutionIf research on habit change is any indication, only about half of New Year's resolutions are likely to make it out of January, much less la...02 Jan, 2022, 10.34 AM IST
- Money & relationships: How to resolve financial differences with your partnerFinancial incompatibility is one of the biggest reasons for marital disputes. ET Wealth tells you how to find common ground for a smooth jo...23 Nov, 2020, 06.30 AM IST
- Covid-19: Anxieties, life hacks and takeaways from India’s CEOs who are navigating uncharted territoryAn unprecedented business crisis looms. And no one can see light at the end of the tunnel. “The world is staring down the barrel of a reces...29 Mar, 2020, 06.43 PM IST
- Borrowed too much? Here are 5 ways to reduce your debt burdenDebt incurred has to be repaid, and figuring how this can be done with some tolerable level of pain is what debt restructuring is about.25 Mar, 2019, 11.28 AM IST
- Cash rules everything around Germany in world that's using cardsIndia and China are both driving hard toward a cashless future, for different reasons. But, none of these novel methods is widely accepted ...06 Feb, 2018, 11.48 PM IST
- 8 signs that tell whether you are saving money or hoarding itTo save is important but overdoing it can cause anguish and deterioration into a psychological disorder. Mindless saving trades off the pre...22 Jan, 2018, 06.48 PM IST
- Why some wealthy people find it difficult to spend moneyWealthy people suffer from insecurity about money but sensible asset allocation and cultivating a giving attitude can help them enjoy their...31 Jul, 2017, 06.30 AM IST
- Coffee with ET: Premji & MurthyCOFFEE & CONVERSATIONS: Premji & Murthy walk the talk at the Wipro HQ in Bangalore.15 Feb, 2007, 09.00 AM IST
- ET Encounter: Big Guns Shoot15 Feb, 2007, 01.00 AM IST
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