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What do you need? Then, what do you want? Then, if nothing pressing in either category, you could always save it.

Generally, if people are asking open ended questions about what they should spend their money on, they don't really need or want anything they don't already have. Investing it is a reasonable choice if that assumption is true.

 

Consumerism shows weakness and insecurity.

Go travel. Build character.

 

Get laid, preferably away from the U.S. Or...overhaul your closet, then get laid. You'll have great stories to tell your buddies and grand-kids, as opposed to ranting about the new laptop or watch you just bought.

Otherwise, invest in stocks or Bitcoin.

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"Red3" Otherwise, invest in stocks or Bitcoin.

I hope OP listened to this advice back in 2014. This advice has aged well.

Even in spite of Bitcoin's massive bubble, OP would still be very much up from 2014 prices.

“The three most harmful addictions are heroin, carbohydrates, and a monthly salary.” - Nassim Taleb
 

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