Have you ever made a big impulse purchase and regretted it the next day?

Why people ask this

This question works because the yes-or-no split always surprises the room — someone answers in a way nobody expected, and the conversation starts from there. Money is the topic everyone pretends not to care about and then answers fastest — questions like this make the regrettable purchases come out. Questions like this one get played across every kind of group on have.you — couples on a first date, coworkers at team events, friends on long drives. Each setting produces a different answer, which is part of why Have You Ever has stayed in circulation long after most party games get retired.

What do players say?

100%

of players said Yes
10 responses

Based on 10 answers so far, 100% of players say yes — making this one of the most common experiences players own up to.

Discussion starters

→ Who in the group is most likely to have made a big impulse purchase and regretted it the next day?
→ What's the full story — and who in the group is most surprised by your answer?
→ What is the most expensive thing you have ever returned?
→ What do you spend more on than you should?
→ What item do you regret buying the most?

Ever handed over your credit card in a rush and then immediately regretted it? This question dives into those spontaneous buying moments that catch us off guard. Discover what your impulsive decisions say about you by exploring our classic questions on everyday life!

What This Question Really Asks

This question uncovers your true feelings about impulse buying and how you handle emotional spending. It’s a fun way to explore your tendencies and gain insight into your financial habits. Are you more of a spontaneous spender or a cautious planner? To better understand your shopping style, consider how you react in different situations like embarrassing purchase stories.

How often do you buy things on impulse?
Do you regret hasty purchases quickly or after some reflection?
Are your impulse buys usually targeted at self-indulgence or practicality?
Does this question reveal whether you prioritize short-term satisfaction over long-term goals?
Are your answers influenced by emotional states, like stress or excitement?

How to Use This Question

Setting	Tone	Best for	Tip
Friends game night	Casual, playful	Breaking the ice or sharing funny stories	Use lighthearted examples to encourage open sharing. For tips on deciding the best question, consider this tool.
First date	Warm, engaging	Getting to know each other's spending habits	Frame your answer with honesty and humor to foster connection. Check out deep questions to go further.
Team meeting	Professional, insightful	Discussing workplace habits or habits of colleagues	Keep it light but meaningful to encourage trust and openness.
Family dinner	Relaxed, warm	Sharing personal stories	Use this question to spark laughter or nostalgia about past impulsive decisions.
Party	Fun, lively	Entertaining stories and surprises	Encourage outrageous or funny anecdotes to boost the party vibe.

When You Say "Yes"

You often act on your first instinct when shopping.
You’re prone to emotional spending during stressful or exciting times.
You’ve experienced buyer’s remorse shortly after a big purchase.
You might use shopping as a way to cope with feelings or reward yourself.
You enjoy sharing stories about your biggest impulsive buy, especially when prompted by classic questions.