{
  "id": 10478152,
  "title": "Why women feel guilty spending on themselves, per psychology",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/why-women-feel-guilty-spending-on-themselves-per-psychology",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-28T13:01:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/women/work-money/psychology-says-women-who-feel-guilty-after-spending-on-themselves-may-think-more-than-just-about-money/articleshow/134543419.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "Despite achieving financial independence, many women still grapple with guilt when it comes to spending on themselves. This unease often arises from ingrained beliefs that place family needs above personal wants. Studies indicate that women's financial socialization plays a crucial role in shaping these spending attitudes. By questioning the necessity of their purchases, they can reduce guilt and…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}