When I was 16 years old I got my first job in retail. I no longer had to beg my parents to buy me things. They only bought the necessities and I could never compete with girls in school who were wearing designer shoes and clothes.

My mom shopped only at discount stores and all my outfits came from there. I was so embarrassed because I was made fun of almost on a daily basis. So as soon as I tuned 16, I went out and applied at a few stores in the mall. I got a job within a week and was super excited when I got my first paycheck. I blew it all on new clothes and shoes. It felt good to go to school wearing designer clothes for the first time ever.

I got paid every two weeks and spent everything I made. My mom suggested I shop at discount stores so I can get more for my money but that was the last thing I wanted to do. My dad on the other hand made me get a savings account and forced me to put a portion of my check in savings. 

Fast forward to the present time. I'm in my twenties and I had to move back in with my parents because I lost my job. My landlord evicted me for lack of payment. I have a problem with not being able to control my spending. I have 8 credit cards which all have high balances. I am currently $23,000 in debt! Sad to say…most of those charges are from clothes, makeup, spa services, etc. etc.

That savings account my dad had me open has been wiped out and I have no money to my name. My parents are letting me stay with them but they are refusing to help me pay my credit card debt. I'm looking for a job but the interest on the cards keeps climbing and climbing. Sometimes I feel like I'm going to have a nervous breakdown. 

This is my shopaholic confession. Comments are welcomed.