This is very true. I have not been able to buy new things for a while now. And kept telling myself as soon as I have this amount I am going out by myself clothes, accessories, etc. At that time I was just wearing old items that I just did not feel "good" in. I went out bought myself a number of things, did my hair all pretty, painted my nails wore my new pants, shirt, shoes and purse and I was feeling like a new person. It is amazing how much retail therapy can help boost your mood.