How to stop overspending in Toronto ?

I M27 feel like I am addicted. I live in Toronto, Ontario. I think i am spending too much on random shit and needed help with finances. I feel like a crazy addict and can’t stop. After, analyzing myself and carefully tracking what I was spending my money on. Here is the breakdown:

Income: 8750 before and 6400 after tax

1). Studio Rent $1800 in Toronto (including utilities)

2). WiFi and mobile bill- $130

  1. Groceries - 200

4). Car insurance and fuel- $500

4.1). Gym ~ $30

In these 4 basic things - 2660 is gone (left 3740)

Now, I get carried away for junk food and all other random stuff. I tried to control but I feel like yolo. List of some stupid items, maybe cut down on:

PS: I want to seek help and moral support to quit this by seeing a consultant but I can’t stop this.

  1. Monster/redbull - $100

  2. cig@rattes - ~$120

7). DoorDash/eating out ~400

8). vodka/whiskey ~ $200

9). Skincare ~100

10). Clothes ~ 100

11). Rechargeable vape cartridge ~ 100

12). Str!p club ~ $200 (go like once only/month)

13). Dates ~ $150

14). Philanthropy ~$30

15). Haircut ~25

16). Swimming/golf membership ~$500

After all these expenses I have around ~1600 left which I save.

This breakdown is crazy but should I cut down on some things, but I am afraid that what if I don't enjoy enough. I know this is madness but how do you stop it ? What does my fellow Canadians do to control themselves. I need advice on this ?

Posted Dec 10, 2025, 2:58 AM UTC

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