“I won't send first paycheck to mom”

Item: I won't send first paycheck to mom
Rating: 5
Author: u/angeregret

What Actually Happened

Mom expects first paycheck, but I already did it once

What I wish I knew

"Expectations vs. personal goals"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Prioritize self before others, set boundaries"

Regret Index

5/10

Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.

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Finance Category

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