Fear of wasting money..

How do you guys justify spending a lot of money on stuffed animals/dolls/plushies/teddies?

I only discovered Jellycat four weeks ago when my sister was in town. We went to Selfridges, and I bought my first-ever Jellycat, the Jack Doll and 4 weeks later, I’ve spent a total of £300 on Jellycat... does that sound insane? I never had dolls growing up because we were poor. Sometimes I just can’t help myself and suddenly think about all the money I’ve spent, wondering if I could’ve used it on something else... but I don’t even know what I’d spend it on instead. Maybe a Dyson Airstrait? A trip to Rome?

Sorry if this sounds like a rant, but what do you tell yourself when someone says these dolls are a waste of money? I’m not struggling financially, so I’m not spending beyond my means. When I look at them or touch them, they make me really content. I’ll probably slow down soon, though... maybe I’ll get myself a big bunny for cuddling and call it quits for a while—until something new catches my eye!

What I tell myself is that I don’t drink, smoke, or really go out clubbing. I was never into those activities growing up so I’ve barely ever spent money on that stuff. I guess girl math is that I spend the money I would’ve spent on clubbing or drinking on Jellycats instead!