‘Need it’: Young Aussie baffled by people’s spending habits

A young Aussie has hit a nerve by calling out a common mistake she sees people making.

A young Australian has hit a nerve by expressing her frustration that people will pay for things they don’t need but will not invest in themselves.

Lana, 29, is a yoga and pilates instructor who founded the online movement platform Institutive Moves.

She’s often flummoxed by what people choose to spend their money on.

“Why do you think people are happy to drop $75? Probably even more like $150 to $200 on a night out, and that is all good, but they won’t pay for a personal trainer or coach to help them on their fitness journey?” She asked.

“Especially when they need it.”

Lana’s TikTok amassed over 90,000 views. Picture: TikTok/ellanamaree_

She believes people should invest in themselves. Picture: TikTok/ellanamaree_

The 29-year-old added that she often sees people that are happy to pay for streaming subscriptions like Netflix and Stan for $20 a month but “won’t pay” for online fitness classes that cost the same amount.

“Why will people pay an extra 30 per cent on Uber Eats to get s**t delivered to them, but they won’t pay a dietitian or nutritionist to help them?” she asked.

“I think a lot of people need a lot of help, but they don’t see the value in it.”

Lana’s rant has been viewed more than 90,000 times on TikTok, but not everyone was in agreeance with her.

“Simple. I’m not paying to do things I don’t like,” one wrote.

“Because I like wine but I don’t like being told what to do,” another joked.

“People have different priorities that’s why,” one said.

“It’s a quick fix over long-term hard work. We’re all guilty of it,” one admitted.

“It’s wild. I’ll happily get takeout every day and buy my kids toys, but I keep pushing back to buy a new bed even though mine is deteriorating,” someone admitted.

“This is why I changed my perspective. I don’t go out so I can spend my money on my health and wellness,” one woman wrote.

“People say to me F45 is so expensive, and it is, but so is eating out and eating takeout,” one gym goer shared.

Her opinion kicked off a debate in the comment sections. Picture: TikTok/ellanamaree_

She said it can be easy to spend your money on impulse purchases. Picture: TikTok/ellanamaree_

Lana told news.com.au that she thinks people “genuinely want to do the best for themselves,” but it is hard to find reliable information, so people don’t invest in themselves.

“It’s so much easier to tap Apple Pay for UberEats, spend a couple of hundred dollars on a night out, or impulse-buy new clothes online because these things give us instant gratification,” she said.

“But when it comes to investing in things that are ‘good for us’ we’re often more hesitant.”

Lana said when it comes to spending money on our health, no one should hesitate or feel bad about the amount.

“The truth is, investing in your long-term health isn’t an instant win. You don’t see the results straight away, and sometimes you may never fully realise the impact it has,” she said.

She just wants people to focus on their mental and physical health Picture: TikTok/ellanamaree_

The 29-year-old also said that you don’t need to spend a lot on your health or wellbeing either, you just need to prioritise, in the way most of us make sure we always have enough money for our Netflix subscriptions.

“Many people commented on that video, saying they enjoy going out once in a while, which is great! We should enjoy our lives and spend our money however we choose.

“However, I think it’s important to educate ourselves on what will help us live long, happy, and mobile lives,” she said.

“Try to see past the advertising slogans, seek out information, and learn about foods that truly fuel our bodies.

“Move in ways that you enjoy and that keep us functional and mobile into old age, and always prioritise your mental health.”

Originally published as ‘Need it’: Young Aussie baffled by people’s spending habits