£35,000 DEBT In Clothes, Comics And Movies | FULL EPISODE | Spendaholics

[@sherylpockrose4029]

Looks to me like most of the people commenting only watched the first few minutes. This guy was VERY open to taking suggestions and admitting the roots of his problem spending and avoidance of responsibilities. He made a lot of progress, including making realistic plans to make more money. Too bad that people judge so quickly.

[@nake89]

Took the words out of my mouth!

[@europamacmillan9498]

Sheryl Pockrose Totally agree but once again it’s part of the (sadmodern)culture that people have extremely short attention span’s and only skim read So they can write a mean comment because they feel bad about themselves

[@sherylpockrose4029]

@@europamacmillan9498 I think that is very true. When I see the nasty things posted in semi-anonymity online, I have to think that there are a LOT of people with low self-esteem who just want others to feel as bad as they do.

[@hds66nl29]

So true, realising you have a problem, need help and can't solve it alone and then actually ask for help is a very difficult and brave step to make. I have been there and know how difficult it is, realising I can't fix this alone, I have to ask for help.

[@magorzatahermenegildajanas4498]

Stylistka to prawdziwa porażka.Kto ja wpuścił do programu?

[@annetoronto5474]

She doesn't have a husband, she's a single mom with two kids!

[@johnmellor932]

There's nothing wrong with being nerdy, its when it goes out of control and effects others. My father was a man child. It sucks.

[@brianrodney712]

" She is a single mum with two kids " and a self-centred perennial student lodger-with-benefits.

[@nachobabe1344]

Well there's a lot of heterosexual women in relationships that basically have a kid for a partner. Almost all. It's revolting.

[@dark2k10]

Anne Toronto you are correct, she doesn’t have a husband, they aren’t married...

[@annas4714]

@@nachobabe1344 You can say that about men too.

[@77scotchtape77]

He was one of the biggest success stories. He worked and opened up, dealt with the Demons of his past to an awesome future! Well done!!

[@Magerquark]

I feel bad for him buying all these DVDs because they are worth nothing anymore

[@chazdowns8660]

Sam Brown literally

[@Dessan01]

He’ll have started on blu rays now

[@UDAMZ]

That's not entirely true, especially if we're talking about Asian films. Some aren't produced anymore or are hard to find, and people will pay good money for them.

[@Magerquark]

@@UDAMZ well I'm pretty sure a big majority of his collection are random hollywood movies you can find everywhere

[@Dessan01]

Yeah there was the odd bit of Asian stuff un there, but He’ll never get back what he paid for it. He’d have a better chance reselling his comics on eBay.

[@mrsc896]

Benjamin Fry fascinates me, the way he picks up on people’s insecurities instantly really interests me especially when you see how it affects their lives

[@jacqueline8559]

He is one brilliant Counsellor. I'm a Counsellor would love to meet and learn from this man. I have learned so much just watching this series. Some techniques I use already, but he's so empathetic yet in touch with the clients feelings

[@nurulakmalzainuddin7963]

compared to the previous videos i watched, he is the only one acknowledging his fault and wanted to change but almost too scared to do so by himself and needed this show to help him through

[@benhenry1571]

£35k debt, wife and kid pissed off and he’s buying more comics? DUDE COME ON!

[@patrick7775]

Its not his wife according to him .

[@kiely4561]

I wonder if my man ever made it as a horror film director lol

[@zangardo3937]

terrible comics that's what sad. no spawn,the Maxx or anything like that

[@greenkitty82]

MrLolmaster101 yeah I have to agree there. I started a film degree but gave it up after a year as I thought it was a waste of my time and instead switched to a different subject altogether as I think there are better job opportunities then just a film degree. But for his partner to pay off HIS debt and him only contributing £100 towards it I thought was abysmal. Prevention is better then cure to begin with and I would sell the comics and films to lower the debt because I would want that debt gone as quickly as possible. Momentary indulgences do nothing but cause great destruction in the future.

[@mglynn4450]

I just absolutely adore the psychologist in this. He's so good at getting to the bottom of the issue.

[@Lobos222]

Hes inaccurately accurate.

[@pinkyblinders7352]

Milena Glynn He's actually rubbish. Just stands around stating the obvious and clinging to the first plausible issue without letting them discuss things further. Not everything is escapism or because of childhood events.

[@jamnbryan1]

he’s not even an actual psychologist. he is a “psychological coach” pretending to be a psychologist. he has no degree or doctorate.

[@jonny5777]

People need to stop ragging on this guy! Yes he's a big kid who needs to grow up and his partner has taken on the role of his mother but his kid clearly loves him. There are so many worse traits a father can have! This show needs to come back on TV it's one of my favourite programs, budgeting and psychology! Who doesn't love that?

[@sandragraves1177]

We all love our fathers. Doesn't mean shit. Ask the kid in 20 years how he feels

[@ginag8723]

I love how honest this guy is. That takes great strength, not sure I could do it.

[@sjcampbell7575]

dude looks like he hasnt slept in 36 years

[@edwardflemingjewellery]

S J CAMPBELL yeah, looks bad for 36

[@lolagreydottir6429]

Usually the people on this show live alone or at home this guy has a kid?? I cant even imagine spending so much on shoes and comics if i had mouths to feed its clear he needs help

[@rvpsmdsk]

Why fill the void buying all that crap when you got a lovely wife and a adorable kid to care for and love one another? This guy has it all and doesn't even know it. I hope he sorts himself out.

[@lup6974]

Maybe because he is gay who didn't come out?

[@jonathanm2690]

@@lup6974 was this comment before or after Philip came out :O

[@nopamineLevel100]

It's always easy to say that looking in - I'm just as lucky at home with a loving family and a roof over my head, but my depression still causes me to focus on the shit I don't have. Which is rediculous I know.

[@lup6974]

@@jonathanm2690 ?

[@lolirot93]

Because mental order doesn’t discriminate.

[@Dwightinho56]

He was trying to fill a void, or voids. I think he did an honest attempt to better himself throughout this show.

[@nake89]

I agree.

[@Dessan01]

I’ll give him 30 quid to go to the comic shop with and fill his mrs’ void lol

[@teddyt121]

I love how he was so happy to see the kid cutout. And then he’s like oh yeah that’s his mom that lives with me. That cutout of the poor woman was so unflattering.

[@jacqueline8559]

She looked so old and frumpy. He looked bemused when he saw her, like he'd noticed that

[@jandedick7519]

Im not sure how any woman would stay with this selfish baby man?

[@Project-Masculinity]

She has Chad and Tyrone round when he’s off at the Comicstore

[@loiscassels8966]

Maybe he’s good in the sack.

[@The_torero]

@@Project-Masculinity ..LOL..😂😂

[@paulosullivan3472]

Probably for the same reason men stay with those pathetic little girls who spend a fortune on shoes and clutter the who flat with insane amounts of makeup while they complain about not having any money.

[@Ndstars1]

Probably because being with someone ANYONE is better than being alone.

[@GlassOnion.]

I love this episode. I can relate a lot to him. Hiding behind your clothes bc you feel like a loser, even though it's you who is holding yourself back because of family stuff that messes with your self confidence. He's also such a cutie from the Oasis/brit pop era! I wish he would have quit school and gone back to hairdressing full time.

[@annacotton6394]

The Oasis/Brit Pop era? This was filmed in 2006, not 1995...

[@ChristyMurphyMotivation]

I've got to say when I saw all the comic books, I thought, "Oh no, not one of those guys." But I really liked Jason. His progress impressed me, and I could relate to a lot of his thoughts about success and failure/winning and losing.

[@MsCherryPop3]

Jason isn't a bad fellow. He buys things to make himself feel better as he has low self esteem. A lot of people do that.

[@markywillsmusic]

MsCherryPop3 honestly I would agree if he was single and had no family. I think he’s a selfish bastard and yes he is a bad person. He’s 36 not 16... poor kid.

[@IZaubermausI]

But can you really feel good if your partner pays for all essential things and you spend your money just for yourself? 🤔

[@turtleanton6539]

Indeed

[@ladylecter636]

I didn’t realise what a frugal life I lead until I watched this. He seemed pretty cool by the end, hope he’s doing well

[@SolvingYourProblemRightNow]

Life is a lot harder than people want to admit.

[@brendashenda4249]

I watch these just to see the great counselling by Benjamin. He's so good.

[@20LookInside12]

This was one of the BEST episodes. Love Jason. He really came a long way.

[@kelbeegee4454]

Dam he looks old as hell for his age!

[@dmmoctober]

Paradoxically I think its because he dresses as though he were younger than he is!

[@ianarn]

kelbee Gee yes very skinny too! His clothes don’t really flatter him.

[@cocodakilla]

he is . a student but is with someone and has a child. you can be any age lol I think he is studying to get away from everything. He was 36

[@lafillenoir]

He looks more of a 46 than a 36!

[@williamegler8771]

Thirty-six and studying while working part-time... Sounds like a winner!

[@baffledwaffle]

I often find Benjamin's fixation on childhood trauma as the root cause of spending addiction (as opposed to, say, boredom, compulsive thought patterns, etc) kind of obnoxious, but damn his psychiatry theater really made a lot of sense here. Forcing Jason out of his comfort zone over and over, making him confront feelings he's afraid to acknowledge. And Jason was a good sport.

[@MrsEJV]

Benjamin’s mother died when he was 11 months old. It had long term effects as he got older and he had a mental break around 2008. He ultimately was treated in the US and reconciled with his wife and five children. He’s walked the road….

[@Aussie00]

​@@MrsEJVso his break down was 'after' this show.

[@zarasamuels9377]

I just feel sorry for his son. The flat looked like a kid had never bin near it let alone lives there.

[@staceykersting705]

And his wife's 'wardrobe' id 4-6'' wide. If her budget were any slimmer, she'd be wearing paper bags to work!

[@staceykersting705]

@Mr Lesir Did u see her side of the closet? Ppl need a couple sweaters, jackets...c'mon! Dry pair pair of shoes when it rains, Let alone his kid! That's not a responsible mate or parent

[@staceykersting705]

@Mr Lesir Women ridiculous? Wow. I'm sure her wardrobe's no where near as expensive or expansive as his. Going on what you suggest,sounds as if she has to dress in the the foyer...how awkward is THAT!

[@staceykersting705]

@Mr Lesir Assuming u hang up your clothes, I bet u have more than 4-6'' of hanging space

[@CaraMarie13]

As someone who has worked as a therapist, this is exactly what we don't or shouldn't do. As therapist, we shouldn't introduce ideas into the consciousness of the client like that. What he said could very well be true but that's not something Jason himself figured out or began to considered as true. This therapist is basically telling him, using the authority his clients place in him, to tell him that this is the case and leading him.

[@johannas.l.brushane2518]

Though I suspect we're just given pieces of several hours of talktroughs?

[@jacqueline8559]

Don't agree at all.

[@Greavesy]

£250 a month on clothes. Bloody hell. I’m lucky to spend £20 every 3-4 months on the odd shirt or pair of shoes. Just buying for the sake of it.

[@rhsb553]

I am blown away at what his mother used to do to him and his brother. That was twisted! I wish him and his little family well.

[@rebeccajoyce4830]

I had a makeup and book addiction before I became pregnant. In the past 9 month and with 2 weeks of my pregnancy left I have bought 1 eyeshadow pallet and budgeted myself £20 for books. It's bad he can't control himself for his family. My son who isnt even here yet has changed my spending habbits.

[@ducknuggets1951]

You will eventually relapse

[@ambersimms6246]

Duck Nuggets the great thing about relapse is that it isn’t permanent :)

[@rebeccajoyce4830]

@@ducknuggets1951 you're free to your opinion but I never said I wasn't going to treat myself again. Mothers make changes for the best of their children all the time. I know I have and some bigger then others. I know for a fact I will only treat myself now if my child has everything he needs.

[@ducknuggets1951]

The never ending cycle, how fun.

[@didiernedelec9154]

Bravo Rebecca! Keep going!

[@amyj4071]

I like the visual exercise where you physically walk away from your past ...

[@cocodakilla]

36 and a student and living the student life? he has a kid so I hope he grew up

[@Dessan01]

Coco Pops and hmv is closing down now so I bet his 500 quid a month job is down the shitter now

[@jacqueline8559]

He owns so much he could sell even half and break through this debt.

[@ultraboombean]

Gotta cut the partner off of the account and give him an allowance...The end.

[@Helga-fe5xl]

Defo a Mum and son dynamic with him and his wife!

[@minimaker5600]

The biggest problem with buying trendy clothes that are so IN this year is that they will be so OUT the next.

[@WalesGaming86]

You have to remember, this was 15 or so years ago and I remember watching it as a teenager. When you add inflation onto the figures the spending is even more absurd. To be a student and spend like that with a missus and a kid is bizzare. I do think we are a bit better with spending, it's nice to see my old haunt in Bristol though. Amazing place.

[@Larry]

Well the fact Virgin Megastores still exists here is an indication of how old the episode is.

[@thomasbaird7004]

Larry Bundy Jr and blockbuster

[@UkeofCarl]

And Jimmy Savile.

[@ShootUpSugar]

Larry Bundy Jr utterly bizarre to see you in this comment section Guru Larry, hope all is well with you and yours!

[@The_torero]

I don't understand how you could get yourself into debt and continue to spend like there's no tomorrow knowing that you'll make your debt bigger.

[@katyburns9758]

You get to a vicious cycle where the size of debt is so vast and seemingly insurmountable that you return to the thing that provides comfort to you to alleviate the fear and depression: spending.

[@alamedadanceparty]

Wow, this was such an emotional episode! I. So touched by how raw and real he was. He achieved so much personal growth by facing his past and being so honest. Really learned a lot and might rewatch this one.

[@kdlofty]

Could always make some money as a David Guetta lookalike.

[@MJ_Solo]

It's cute to see Ben laughing and having fun with a client!

[@judicrothers2542]

If he has a compulsion to get rid of money on pay day, then he should give it to his partner

[@laurentiutopliceanu1036]

Bro this guy is super smart and self-conscious, he's going to be very very good at some point in life

[@k3ntris]

I feel like this guy was going through a midlife crisis, especially with his choice of clothes.

[@jacqueline8559]

He gave that poor girl the worst haircut from the 70s.💇‍♀️😭

[@danieljaworski1294]

Why on earth hasn't his girlfriend then their son and left?

[@adamsmashups4839]

I buy most of my comics from the dollar bins,most of my movies from thrift stores and pawn shops,and most of my clothes also from thrift stores. I am 100% debt free.

[@plexoduss]

Well, somebody has to buy them new for you to buy them second-hand right? You can be debt free and have decent shit.

[@wolftears13]

Marcel Melchers but what is wrong with buying things second hand?? It may be used but you get still get heaps of used items in perfect/ barely used quality for cheap. Why does everything have to be new?? That is part of the reason we are having so many problems environmentally and economically world wide.

[@plexoduss]

@@wolftears13 You did not read my comment did you? I said for you to buy it second hand, somebody is going to have to buy it new. You are not a 'better' person for buying it second hand. To each his own.

[@AnnaCN78456]

@@wolftears13 I wish I had thirft stores in my country the ones that exist are nor very much focused on clothing 😌

[@Andreabay90]

@@plexoduss if u buy it new, theres 2 people who has to buy it new

[@jonathanm2690]

As I have gotten older I realised something I prefer to spend money on experiences than on things

[@Pearlpablo]

I would bad mouth this guy but,I kind of just felt bad for his son and partner

[@philipsmedia5268]

Get him to flog the comics and crap on ebay to pay off the debt. 😂

[@Dessan01]

PhilipsMedia5 DVDs are worth fuck all now 😂

[@hslmedia2663]

@@Dessan01 he wont get back what he paid on the mainstream dvds but the stack of Asian dvds still go for £5-6 a pop, play.com use to sell them at £2-3 same with most gorezombie dvds those still sell for £3-5. He would however make a decent return on the art toys the mars attack bust for example and the prints all sky rocketed.

[@h930hec]

Dessan01 but this was filmed in early 2000’s

[@edstevens2772]

@@h930hec Kasabians Shoot The Runner is on the soundtrack, so this dates it absolute earliest Autumn 05. He could still sell his comics and films today, sure totalled up maybe 2, 3k, but that's 2k off.

[@jacqueline8559]

Too true

[@StandedInUtah]

I really don't care about brands. I wouldn't know if a shirt was designer unless it had a brand name across the front. I don't think I'm that unusual for fully grown middle class adults. Life is just to busy to worry about what brand of jeans a stranger is wearing. I wonder how brand obsessed people would feel if they knew most adults don't really care. Even when I'm shopping I don't care about brands. If a shirt looks good I'll buy it if it costs $10 or $150 or if it's from Walmart or Nordstrom's.

[@lewissnell1946]

2006/7 written all over it. Fair play to Jane for being so supportive.

[@pilkers745]

46:58 he gave her the same hair style as him

[@Tina06019]

What a strange thing for his mother to have done. I cannot imagine ‘pretend-calling’ someone to take my child away! I would have chosen to stay away from things that tempt me to spend.

[@nicolataylor6011]

I remember my mother use to regularly pretend to get the police or the authorities to take me away! I think I was about 6 at the time!

[@queenpig]

My mother once convinced me that my mother is not my real mother and that my real mother was a "posh rich lady" and she was only looking after me till I was older and now I have to go and live with posh mummy now. I about 6 maybe 7 and I still never forgot the moment or the heartbreak I felt

[@dmmoctober]

queenpig The heartache when you found out you didn’t have a rich mother?

[@johannas.l.brushane2518]

Im about the same age and also have workingclass parents who was very aware of the kids should behave well and appear neat and tidy. The standard threat for tired parents in Sweden and Denmark was to say that to send the kids to the chimney sweeper 😆

[@maryoleary5044]

@@nicolataylor6011 terrible thing to say to a child! Hugs to U! 🤗

[@de7904]

When he cut that lady's hair he really changed. I could see him as more of an adult. I hope he was able to stick to his positive changes

[@muaythaigal9987]

He seems like such a nice guy. Good for him.

[@pinkpotatoes9849]

Thank you, Jason and Benjamin for sharing this. It mirrors mine within my family although I actually physically moved state with my own family to get away. My clothing also lightened up since my dad passed away. I use to wear black a lot, now it's beige and grey. Interesting.

[@anteem3055]

I love ben- such a gifted therapist !!!

[@BeyondChange]

This Dude likes to spend money that isn't his. Makes sense now.

[@queen_of_ice]

This guy really wanted to change and He has been one of the best so far! He loves his family so much that he wanted to understand why he was the way he was and that's what I loved about him. That he wanted to become better for his family 🤗❤ I wish him nothing but success for the future!

[@rachs57]

Maybe because I'm older I feel this way but explain how any woman can sleep with a man who garners absolutely no respect as this one? He is nauseating...."beautiful distressed pair of trousers...beautiful beautiful!"

[@hazelwhitehead7817]

I would still be attracted to a kind man with a good heart like this one. Even if he wasn’t a winner in the eyes of the world.

[@teresaearl5688]

When he went into the hair salon and did the cosoltation, he looked completely different, and did a great cut.

[@mwurmios8754]

Is has got to be the most 2000’s thing I’ve watched in a while

[@sleepyjoe6980]

Dave Ramsey would set this loony straight in 2 mins

[@whatrtheodds]

Great episode. I really loved the coaches approach in this and the work jason put in. Well done✅

[@suann9790]

He seems like a nice guy but he'll never be a director. Directing a movie is being responsible for EVERYTHING.

[@johnmellor932]

My friend is full time film maker. (in fact I know a few). Passion is not blowing all your money on crap and dreaming about it.

[@Guernsey576]

Producer is the one responsible for everything, Inc finances.

[@suann9790]

@@Guernsey576 Right, but as they said he wanted to be a director I was pointing out the huge responsibility the director has on the creative part and overall outcome ;-)

[@europamacmillan9498]

Su Ann Working in the arts is about five times harder more continuous work than anything-Many are called few are chosen😊

[@ruthav8580]

That’s a fixed mindset. He can become a director if he works hard.

[@kinitokaibai6361]

It must be so easy to get credit cards in the UK because in Australia, once you max out 2 x credit cards you're lucky if you'll ever get approval for another

[@phoenixalbastru3706]

Smart people!

[@ladygreytea2462]

Because the program was produced over 15 years ago (prior GFC). Credit card approval was much easier back then.

[@XTUBER010]

That psychologist is a genius!

[@olz7g9]

This is the kinda dude who leaves there family for a younger man years down the line 😂😂

[@jamnbryan1]

lol judging by his ig that is precisely what he did

[@olz7g9]

Haha no way What's his IG?

[@samara3428]

Shows don’t have background music like this anymore!

[@Larry]

Tried looking this guy up online, see what he's up to now. Being a sci-fi geek, I'd have thought he would be all oer the net, but I can't find him anywhere :S

[@UkeofCarl]

Larry Bundy Jr Let’s just hope that he’s found happiness then.

[@anniespencer7879]

@Alison Brown Don't knock it. I have mobility problems and would be very cut off without the internet. It's also brilliant for being able to let my gym bus scheme know if I don't need a pick up. ( I can still get exercise from all the machines in the gym.

[@anniespencer7879]

Am I allowed to mention the names of shops? I take Dvds that I no longer need to a shop called CEX. My sister and brother in law took some back for me. I expected £28. They came back with £60. And the receipt to prove it.

[@Larry]

@Alison Brown A Sci-fi fan with absolutely zero internet presence? I find that hard to believe.

[@Larry]

@Willem Chastity ah thanks matey! got some more up soon!

[@chrisbee1984]

Good for him for thinking about his family and changing his ways

[@addicted2me]

I must say i am quite impress with overcoming his demons . This guy is by far the most twisted person so far and come through. 😊

[@oscarzepeda1558]

That blonde mannequin at 37:15 totally got me !!!! I was thinking, my she is soo good in staying absolutely still and doesn't even blink !!!! She totally got me pretty good, it wasn't until about a good 1-2 minutes that I realized that "she" was a suped out mannequin...

[@Anteroization]

he can open a online store, sell his good taste in merch.

[@pureaquafina4732]

Anteroization good taste?!

[@emmaphilo4049]

This series is so good. Love that vintage real tv stuff. The fashion is awful lol

[@pureaquafina4732]

Emma Philomena all that money wasted

[@NoContextRDH]

Whenever I see adult men who collect comics, DVDs, video games etc. I just instantly think what the hell are you doing it just screams man child

[@katiecowie4241]

I still buy DVDs. I didn't have internet for 6months and those DVDs helped me through a cold shitty winter 🤣

[@ultraboombean]

Oh damn he has a family ? ...lmao I spend too much but at least I do not have one of those.

[@josephlabranche4889]

Hope this guy stick to the plan and hope his son is having an amazing life growing up

[@deuter458624]

Just his comic collection alone would sell for a small fortune. He keeps ten super good condition still in its original packaging.

[@susanaduarteraposo]

Benjamin is just excellent! I wish I could be helped by him

[@sloane4836]

I always find it weird that the ones that spend a fortune on clothes never really look very flash

[@kdp8133]

Back in the day when people actually bought films on DVD's and music on CD's! At least he can stream them these days. Wonder how he is now?

[@robertcollins7034]

He will still be in debt, people rarely change as takes work ! And discipline with money !

[@murasakiahiru]

A lot of niche stuff isn't available on streaming services.

[@robertcollins7034]

@@murasakiahiru yeap agree I still keep my dvds, and blue Ray's for that reason! Not everything is on streaming services,

[@robertcollins7034]

@Stu Sadler is that true or you trolling bro ?:)

[@robertcollins7034]

@Stu Sadler any proof online ?

[@thatguygreg]

Watching reruns of this show is becoming a bit of a guilty pleasure for me! Aside from a mortgage I've never had any debt aside from carrying a credit card balance for all of three months. Hated how it felt so got rid of it asap and never had any debt since then. Now I don't even have a mortgage, fully paid off home and not a cent of debt. Will be staying that way. Seeing how these people live their lives with their heads burried in the sand is just alien to me - makes for addictive viewing! Unfortunately this show doesn't seem to actually teach people about money or how to handle it. It would be very interesting to see how these people got on a couple of years after these shows were filmed. I'd bet the vast majority of them are still swimming in debt and barely keeping their heads above water.

[@thatguygreg]

Just to add that this was a really lovely episode, prob the best one yet. He really took everything to heart and made some big changes to his life. Couldn't help but root for the guy!

[@amyrushton9448]

It’s my guilty pleasure too. I actually try and look the people up after I’ve watched the episodes, as I’m intrigued to see what they’ve done with their lives. I watched an episode with a lady called Alison. Googled her and it says she’s gone bankrupt. Wasn’t surprised though!

[@thatguygreg]

@@amyrushton9448 Yeah I think I saw that episode too. Pretty attractive blonde girl who had issues even walking into a lower priced store right? She really didn't seem very happy or receptive to any help re her spending habits so not a surprise things finally caught up with her! When I have a sec I'm gonna have a google and find out how things turned out for some of the others.

[@LazyDaisyDay88]

Nothing gives you confidence like having your finances sorted!

[@thePipeBandEnthusiast]

I’m a twin. Twins compare themselves to each other, that’s just how it works. My parents pretended they would send me off to be adopted too.

[@miyenakamura]

this program is very mind awakening. I try to call in my credit card co. for the balance thruout the mo. to see how much I am spending esp. with high cost in living. the lady who helps with people with their budget has a extensive wardrobe wonder what her budget is for clothes maybe she makes a lot of money.

[@Dizinii]

he's talented hair dresser. That's a solid skill.

[@whiterabbit3618]

Dizinii deceased 😭💀🤣

[@ralphperez1524]

I think the exercises he was asked to do were very insightful and not at all easy to do but he made a lot of effort. What his mother did to the twins was inexcusable! Of course that is going to leave lasting scars. He made a lot of improvement and I hope the best for him!

[@ms.sherlock]

He made awesome progress!!!

[@DCFunBud]

Everything makes sense except the female partner and their son. 2:48. I mean, really! When was the last time you kissed a pair of your new shoes?

[@bethoneybee]

This guy actually had me triggered. He's 15 mentally, still deciding what he wants to be when he grows up, and neglecting his family. Jane is either a saint or has extremely low self esteem to put up with this.

[@jacqueline8559]

Jane should take the son and walked, or made him sell all the crap then kicked him out. He's a big, annoying kid, and will never change

[@stacym88]

One show they gave a single mom with 2 children 50 pounds to live on for the week. This guy who has a wife and son, they give 140! whyyyyy the huge difference?

[@jadamcean2230]

I thought that too when they said 120. I bet they had a look at fixed expenses to get to that number. It sounded like the wife here had a 5 pound toll to get to work everyday plus petrol. Maybe it was too far or remote for her to bike or take transit. The other mom I think was in walking distance for day to day stuff. Not sure what the other fixed costs were, maybe the kid? I assume its based on that since it was struggle?

[@johannas.l.brushane2518]

I think it depends on the debt to some extent. If there's an immediate need for a larger portion of the salary to pay off the debt to avoid losing an apartment etc.

[@sisu6310]

doesn't matter how much he spends, at the end of the day it's worth absolute ZILTCH!

[@Spiderbro8]

Digging into the root causes of some of these peoples spending habits and then not offering ongoing therapy can really be quite detrimental to their health. I really think its quite irresponsible for Ben to open this can with people and just leave them to ruminate on it :(

[@lup6974]

We don't know if they offered after therapy or not.

[@Spiderbro8]

​@@lup6974 Hm i highly doubt the producers would foot the bill for the further therapy sessions necessary

[@whatevergirl200]

@@Spiderbro8 We have the NHS, mental healthcare is covered so it's free and available for him anyway, I'm sure they would sort that out and if not, self referral

[@hmmcinerney]

Wonder what the wife and sons wardrobes look like.

[@pollypocket2282]

I feel bad that I immediately thought loser... My first impressions... He has an 8 year old son and family and only makes $500 a month, but spends like a millionaire. What is he teaching his son? What sort of legacy is he leaving? And his wife should leave him... he cares more about himself than her needs or that of his family... I noticed he used the word “me and my” a lot... Even the flat it. All about him, not the family. I’m not against having hobbies, or enjoying comics and games, but as you grow older your priorities need to shift. Now that I’ve made it through to the end... I’m surprised he did as well as he did over those 5 weeks, I hope he continued to grow emotionally, responsibly and closer to his wife and son! Would love an update of all these individuals now that we are 15+ years on... Hopefully they have all paid off their debts and are happier!

[@veramichaellagabai3450]

That's the thing with spending money on STUFF- it becomes worth nothing and you have nothing to show for after spending all those years of hard work. I used to be a bit of a spendaholic myself and had mountains of cheap clothes and shoes, and a few years ago I came across minimalism. Since then my life changed drastically! I really hope he really will change those habits, because I don't think his partner will put up with is much longer..

[@nicholasschoonbeck6866]

Any comic collector can find joy in not buying new ones & rereading the old ones.

[@anony-mousex]

Imagine how much he'd save if he just downloaded all those movies like a normal person

[@rebeccaard1]

Anon ymous like 15 years ago?

[@LIFEOFLEM]

Okay, so Jason's cringing over jeans and a grey sweater, but why is no-one addressing Jay's choice of knitwear?!? I absolutely cannot reconcile my image of her as this nagging, mumsy figure with that skull sweater! Did she borrow it from him?

[@amyj4071]

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