I hate that feeling too. I occasionally have to tell my wife we are on a "spending freeze", and I always feel like it is more a reflection on my ability to manage our budget than it is just one of those things that happens occasionally. I hope that you find your footing after this transition time is over and your business is very sucessful!
Some cultures have a yearly fasting period. Perhaps we should also have a yearly spending fast, just to realign.
I wouldn't be opposed to that. I think that ship has sailed this year though. Especially since it is Christmas time. I don't think I could stop my wife if I tried!
I wonder what would be a good month. I would think perhaps June before summer holidays start? Spend time working hard to finish things, then have a bit extra to enjoy later?
Either that or January. Starting off the year on a new page and maybe setting the tone for the rest of the year.