The holidays are also a time when people freak out about their finances. If you don't want to spend the money, why not try some of the other options instead of killing a bunch of animals?
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Even after creating a budget and being more money conscience, it's still easy to overspend during the holidays.
There's something about a holiday that isn't all about how much money you spend.
When I go on holiday, I go to places that have animals I'm interested in.
The holidays are a rough time for the homeless, but it's a year-round problem we have to solve.
I spend my money on holidays and eating out, and it allows me to be generous.
People really do spend a lot of money on their pets - sometimes more then themselves.
For me, a good holiday is about value for money rather than things to see.
For years, I never knowingly went on a holiday. When I travelled, it was for work. Now I am a huge advocate, particularly to places which have amazing wildlife, such as Antarctica, India and Patagonia.
It's not so much about killing an animal, it's being at peace and you don't have to worry about all the other things that go on. That's a couple of hours a week that you get to escape but it's nice to do that.
If money is tight, or you're on a limited budget, then consider DIY or used gifts. DIY could be something like baked goods for your friends, family, and neighbors. Plus, if you have children, it's a great activity to do with them during the holidays.
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