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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I've found that most people will do this when they come into money. It's a natural reaction to enjoying something you've never had before. Many will come back to reality after a few years, some will not. Time will tell which category these friends fall into. For now, be happy for their new found success and remember money is still a shiny new toy for them at the moment.[/quote]

OP, I agree with this.  If you want to keep the friendship, just consider their perspective.  They are probably amazed at what they can buy.  I was like this when I started earning much more than my regular spending (no where near what you and other pps are talking about) but I'd share with my friends my expensive purchases - and honestly it was more like I couldn't believe i was able to do this and just wanted to share that with someone I'd think understood.  Like "wow.  I just got these $300 shoes!!! And I could still pay my bills and it doesn't put me in debt."

If you've known them a long time, you might be able to gauge whether they'll settle in and come back to reality like the pp said or if this is the new them.  If its the former, give them a little slack and do what others have recommended - redirect, change subject, or even join in their happiness.  A simple, "OMG, what great shoes.  It's so awesome you can get them now.  That must feel great."[/quote]

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