8. Social Pressure

A practical session exploring how social expectations, comparison, and external influences can affect spending and financial decisions. The session looks at the impact of social media, lifestyle norms, and keeping up with others.

Attendees learn how to recognise pressure points and make choices that align with their own priorities rather than external expectations.

Great for people who feel pressure to spend, compare themselves to others, or want to make more intentional financial choices.

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Knowing

• How social pressure influences spending behaviour.

• The long-term impact of lifestyle-driven financial decisions.

Being able to do

• Recognise situations where pressure affects money choices.

• Make spending decisions aligned to personal values.

Feeling

• More grounded and confident.

• Less influenced by comparison or expectation.