"They're Like $5": 28 Small Purchases People Say Completely Changed Their Lives For The Better
Recently, we shared a bunch of overly expensive items people say they regret spending their money on, and it got me thinking about small purchases people make that improve their lives.
So I was thrilled when I ran across this thread by Twitter (ugh, X) user Mar Hicks:
What’s the least expensive thing you own that’s made the most positive impact in your quality of life?
— Mar Hicks (@histoftech) May 22, 2024
Here are some of the best responses:
1.
Ten-foot iPhone cable next to the bed.
— Stephen Fleming (@StephenFleming) May 22, 2024
2.
bidets are way cheaper than anyone thinks and honestly should become the standard in western bathrooms to match the east
— Noah (@Pikaclicks) May 22, 2024
3.
My neighbor sewed this little pillow filled with rice and gave it to me. I heat it up in the microwave and it helps with sooo many different pains -- neck, back, cramps, etc. I fall asleep with it on whatever is aching most. pic.twitter.com/40zoXdwsZs
— Sarah Kendzior (@sarahkendzior) May 23, 2024
4.
the straps that keep your bedsheets tight, they're like $5
— Marmot (@MarmotRespecter) May 23, 2024
5.
Sue. Found her in a Wendy’s dumpster 7 years ago. Best friends forever! pic.twitter.com/yVJaU5af9M
— Lauren (@audreygriswold) May 22, 2024
6.
Can’t pick just one!- sleep mask (that fits well around the nose) for naps, hotel rooms, and falling back asleep after an early morning bathroom visit- oven mitts that go almost up to my elbows- electric lap pad to help keep me warm at my work desk
— Kirsten M. (@SkylarKDM) May 22, 2024
7.
Blackout film for my bedroom windowsMy sleep quality significantly increased immediately, which has positive downstream effects to basically my entire life.
— Travis Wiedower (@TravisWiedower) May 22, 2024
8.
The Scrubdaddy
— Slam (@slam254) May 22, 2024
9.
I have plugged all my lamps into a device that lets me turn them all on and off on a remote. This always feels ridiculously luxurious to me.
— NancyKay Shapiro 📚🎸🖖🏼🐾🧶 (@NancyKayShapiro) May 22, 2024
10.
My bite away insect bite treatment stick. Best $10 I’ve spent. Cuz we’ve got these dang aedes mosquitos now that can make life hell. pic.twitter.com/tR5fSYG7jL
— PoliticalBirdDinners Ⓥ 🐀 (@BirdDinners) May 22, 2024
11.
Iron supplements. I had no idea how many symptoms were linked to deficiency, or even that I was experiencing them because they gradually became my “normal.”
— Mood the Obscure (@AnnaliseFern11) May 22, 2024
12.
So many things- a great can of paint is like 40 bucks and colour is a game-changer. Packets of flower seeds for the garden are around a dollar each. Thrift stores are full of treasures to raise memories and lift spirits, public tennis courts are free.
— Kate 💥 (@kate__said) May 22, 2024
13.
Yeti coffee mug. Hot coffee all day everyday ☕️
— Ramiro Berrelleza (@rberrelleza) May 22, 2024
14.
Humidifier for keeping sinus congestion at bay
— Scott Stevenson (@scottastevenson) May 23, 2024
15.
I have a $1.49 wooden backscratcher from Walmart. The best.
— Teresa Pitman (@whattpwrites) May 23, 2024
16.
My library card.
— Sheila Warren (@sheila_warren) May 23, 2024
17.
desktop turtle sandbox pic.twitter.com/9tmrjFceZB
— dimestore cowgirl (@throwanitback) May 22, 2024
18.
A weighted blankie
— 𝓚𝓲𝓻𝓪𝓷 (@Kirans_tweets) May 23, 2024
19.
My $5 handheld fan LMFAOO my meds make me so sensitive to hot weather and it's been a lifesaver
— ⸝⸝ ꒰ Soapy 🫧 ⁞ ˎˊ˗ (@AngelicSoapy) May 23, 2024
20.
Skechers Slip-ins.
— Angry Cardiologist (@AngryCardio) May 22, 2024
21.
My cane. It’s got a bird head and is very fashionable, plus it’s very functional/sturdy
— oh puck (@faerieprincexx) May 23, 2024
22.
My yoga mat.
— Howell Ellerman (@howellsacto) May 23, 2024
23.
A ceramic butter dish that I just got. It's old school and I adore it. Makes me happy every time I use it.
— Danielle Strachman 💗🐈 (@DStrachman) May 24, 2024
24.
Reading glasses
— Jamie Voorhies (@JamieVoorhies) May 23, 2024
25.
A bag hook that attached to a table. Easier to hang bags instead of laying them on the floor
— Alvin De Cruz (@decruz) May 23, 2024
26.
clean water!
— ☾ B.A.P 𖤓 (@celestifairy) May 23, 2024
27.
My dog pic.twitter.com/5P5i8BdaaM
— RGmakes.eth (@RGmakes) May 23, 2024
28.
My literal, physical wallet.
— Quinn Que (@Edokwin) May 23, 2024
Now I want to hear from you — what's a small purchase you'll never regret? Let us know in the comments.
