Spending real money on tokens/booster packs

[Goldeneaglesfc]

Hi all, i joined the game a few weeks ago and already managed to spend over £35. Mainly for tokens, level 2 booster pack, premium special sponsor and a £1.99 player. Doing this has helped me lift the team I took over in round 12 from 8th to 1st (currently unbeaten in 12 with a 4 point gap to 2nd with 2 games remaining) and win the cup final. My first team rating is 106% and reserve team is 88% (wanted to make sure my team had plenty of depth).

Anyway has anyone else done the same in their first season? Also do more experienced managers spend money of these extras? Should I now stop considering I have a very strong team heading into level 2 (despite the slight rating drop)?