If you allow yourself to be controlled by your impulses today, you may find yourself overindulging in luxury items. A case of envy, insecurity, or fluctuating self-esteem can convince you that your life will only be truly rich if you fill it with expensive material goods and treat yourself to luxuries you don't need. Impulse purchases, however, may only satisfy you for a short time before leaving you feeling out of control and depressed. Consider that while you likely deserve to treat yourself, not everything that tickles your fancy will lead to lasting happiness. You can fulfill your cravings for luxury by carefully examining both your needs and desires and determining what will bring you long-term satisfaction. You may discover today that the small gifts you give yourself inspire the most profound joy.

When you temper your impulses with rational thought, you'll be able to easily differentiate between momentary desires and what will bring you lasting pleasure. Frequently, we give in to our impulses only to discover that the luxury we thought would add value to our experience brought only a burst of happiness that quickly faded away. What sustains our souls and makes our lives more complete is not always obvious. Thinking carefully about each desire that wells up in your soul can help you determine which will contribute to your long-term well-being and overall fulfillment. You'll empower yourself to surround yourself with beauty and usefulness. As you carefully consider your desires today, you will discover new, more fulfilling ways to pamper yourself.