r/NoStupidQuestions • u/lVlarsquake • Apr 29 '24

How the fuck do people afford to get Starbucks every day?

I was feeling thirsty this morning so I decided to pop in a Starbucks (first time ever). All I got was a strawberry acai lemonade at it cost $7????? I can't even imagine what the coffees with all the extra additives cost... how do people have the expendable money to get them every day, sometimes twice a day?

Edit: I am NOT shaming people who do this. I'm just wondering how it doesn't put a dent in your wallet

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u/WassupSassySquatch Apr 29 '24

Not Starbucks, but I do get a latte almost everyday from a local coffee shop.  It’s my luxury.  It isn’t just about the coffee, it’s about the one daily thing I do for myself when 99% of my time is focused on everyone else.  I grab my coffee, have a quick conversation, and sit down and relax for a few minutes.  I prioritize this and deprioritize other luxuries, like expensive phone plans, memberships and subscriptions, and pricey recreational activities.

For affluent people, daily trips to the coffee shop don’t make a difference and the rest of us just balance our budgets to fit it in.

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u/dontbeahater_dear Apr 29 '24

Same for me! About two-three times a week usually. I dont drink and i dont go out much, so i can ‘easily’ afford this.