As our economy continues to struggle, it has become increasingly more difficult for many to make the same amount of money as they once did. Over the past couple of years, numerous people have come to regret some of the financial decisions they have made. Only wishing they could have the money back from “lavish” decisions, so that the money could be applied toward survival. Here are 11 things I have learned not to waste money on:

There is something about infatuation that leaves a person willing to do just about anything for his or her significant other. I have seen people go as far as taking out a car or jewelry loan in order to give a gift to a new girlfriend or boyfriend. This gift did not seem quite as special after breaking up and figuring out what to do with the balance that is accruing interest. What is even more common is the person who is completely broke yet continues to fund dinners and movies on credit cards, only to be eventually left paying for the bad relationship for years to come. But the ultimate way you can lose your money on a “relationship” is at the strip club. I know countless men that have dropped hundreds of dollars for a few minutes of interaction with a woman that only teased them. Just imagine if you could get all that money back.