# @thecut on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DJMk9lGN7bT
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/30103400-thecut-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-05-03T16:01:05.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** The Cut (@thecut) — https://gondola.cc/thecut

## Caption

We all know that one girl ...
For this week's #GoingThroughIt, emilybooksgould responds to a letter writer whose friendships don't exactly align with her financial goals: "Having friends and a social life is important for your mental health. It’s even important for your physical health — scientists have found that people with strong social bonds are less affected by age-related illnesses. Having savings is important, too, but not at the cost of your friendships."

Read her full response at the link in bio. 

Illustration: Emma Erickson

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