HOW TO STOP SHOPPING | MINIMALISM | NO BUY | LOW BUY

[@snehatitus8994]

I needed this soo much. I shop whenevere i am stressed and unhappy or bored. I have plenty and still feel a void! Even though the initial rush is pure dopamine the after effects leave u feeling like a deflated balloon!

[@CatchyCravings]

happy to help :) you got this!

[@kaitlynjury6207]

Great video! I'm JUST getting to the point where I'm seeing my behavior change. A normal hobby of mine was to visit thrift stores on days off, even when I don't need anything. Today I was on the way there out of boredom and I actually stopped myself and turned around after telling myself I don't need anything new. Baby steps!

[@BinaBM1]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@BettyFlorAcosta]

🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@CatchyCravings]

WOW! amazing! such a big step! proud of you!

[@user-cv2us3kj2s]

Soooo proud of you. I do the same thing when bored, but seeing a new “ me” lately… trying to do better!

[@Ingrid0410]

Yes, I too shop in thrift shops as a pastime in my retirement and come home with stuff I don’t need!!

[@MeiKrr]

I needed this! I shop whenever I feel really bored since not much going on at home during lockdown. Thank you for the tips!

[@CatchyCravings]

happy to help :)

[@shellbell8062]

Stress + watching KZbin videos of my favourite influencers = death to my willpower and my wallet. I really enjoy watching the videos as I love new ideas on how to style clothes; but then i end up not having an item that is a "crucial" part of the look and whaddaya know; she adds to cart again. I hate how weak I am in this area and I have resold SO many items of clothing that I bought on impulse; at a fraction of what I paid for them. I think we are always trying to fill another need / void when we shop. And it never works. Especially with clothes, there is always "the next thing" that you really believe is going to be that thing that gives you the perfect wardrobe.

[@Antistylestyleclub]

Not buying items the same day you think about it 💙 love this

[@CatchyCravings]

yes! :)

[@vikkitrimmell8392]

I so have struggled with buying too many clothes and shoes. Thank you for these guidelines. I am starting today. It was feeling like I have a disease. Thank you!

[@CatchyCravings]

yes! I find that the longer you go, the easier it is to resist :)

[@karacoconutag]

Just wrote down my low-buy rules! Hyper consumerism be gone! Thanks for this video, I just subscribed!

[@CatchyCravings]

hahaha yes!! we can do this ;) and welcome :)

[@CamilaSaurus]

Perfect timing! I feel like I’ve been making some hasty shopping decisions recently

[@CatchyCravings]

hope it was useful ;)

[@tincy3974]

I don't wanna buy anything for now because i hate that i find it hard to let go of things even if they are totally dysfunctional

[@vanessamedina2229]

What helps me(I still fail when I see something soooooo feminine and fabulous) is I think about what will I be willing to get rid of/sell/give away in exchange for buying this new item. Since I’ve pretty much minimized my wardrobe to the MAX and it still takes up my whole closet, it keeps me from buying things when I already own something that serves the same purpose and is a similar style.

[@CatchyCravings]

love this!

[@user-wc6bl4zs4i]

I work at a popular clothing store. We actually are coached by our manager to use “phrases that pay” to make people spend more money. Such as “check the app to see if you have an discount codes” or “if you sign up with us you get 10% off your first order” and “oh did you check out those cute accessories? They’re on sale for $5” I HATE DOING IT. It’s so embarrassing and I feel so bad but like… I’m forced to do it

[@user-wc6bl4zs4i]

So basically even if you go to in person shopping, you’re still going to be pressured to buy and buy from the sales associates

[@zeynepkrkc2635]

a great idea is to store away some of your clothes and when you need a new clothing excitement just take them back. re-seeing them after forgetting about them is a very similar feeling to getting a new clothing.

[@CatchyCravings]

I do this too! amazing tip! :) thanks for sharing :)

[@bronzy6541]

I need to hear this today thank you for the jumpstart.

[@CatchyCravings]

yay, happy to! :)

[@sezzhomaru]

One thing that I do is creating an album of my belongings in my phone. I tend to shop for clothes and bags the most so I will take out each of these items I have and take a picture then put it back in place. Whenever I was tempted to shop online or in person, I scroll through the album which reminds me of how much items I have and the time I took to arrange these items. Also I would watch decluttering /minimalist videos whenever I want to shop😂

[@CatchyCravings]

I love this idea! I will definitely keep it in mind! thank you for sharing :)

[@ranikster9955]

Thank you so much 😊 I really needed this. Sometimes I shop for clothes and books 📚 out of excitement and curiousity I want to start a family and thereforeI want to get my financial situation in order ❤

[@nikkinicole5216]

Theres nothing silly about practicing gratitude. Thanks for the video!

[@MC-pu6ff]

Thanks for this video! I need to stop myself from doing impulse shopping. New subscriber here.

[@CatchyCravings]

Hi! welcome! :)

[@viktorijanel2114]

Waiting to buy an item definitely works for me. I also like to take a picture of the thing I want to buy. I look at it once in a while to imagine if I would really wear it / use it. And often the crave to buy passes after time.

[@CatchyCravings]

yes! I love the idea of taking a picture! thank you for sharing!

[@jorlove2923]

Last week i made a budget plan and i put my mindset on no more shopping. I'm just saving money now. I will only spend money on my bday for a cute outfit and christmas that is it. I saving money for my the home i want to build and kids.

[@CatchyCravings]

yes!!!

[@rosieroberts6738]

This was perfect!!! We need more of these!!! Please...more minimalist videos too!!! Thanks!!!🌺🌹💐🌼🌸

[@CatchyCravings]

happy you enjoyed it! :) took note of it ;) any specific topic within minimalism that comes to mind? ;)

[@gracepresto434]

These insights really help me a lot. Hope to see more videos from you about financial management.

[@juliamohammed3272]

Thank u so much for this. I have just started my Minimilist journey and these tips are so helpful♥️

[@CatchyCravings]

happy I could help!

[@rinainlondon8]

I need this I always go to shop because that’s my content but I end up buying always

[@idalinawin]

When I find something cool I give myself three days or more to think about the reasons I shouldn't buy more things I don't need. Money saved!

[@CatchyCravings]

amazing!! it really is the best remedy :)

[@micmicactiveacc]

Love your videos❤ Binge-watching from your first video to your current one🥰

[@a91170]

What a pleasant voice

[@CatchyCravings]

aww thank you :)

[@beijoeabraco]

me watching this having bought jeans literally today 🤡🤦‍♀️😭😭😂 constantly fighting my shopaholic tendencies. i think i inherited it from my dad and his mom but it ends with me! 💪🏼

[@CatchyCravings]

hahahhaha you can do this!!!

[@ryeofoatmeal]

idk why but I just couldn't stand shopping clothes in store.. I always wanna leave ASAP. bcos I have this idea in my head, where are these garments gonna go once the period done... landfill. so i imagine this clothing store as landfill. I know this is such a ridiculous analogy 😂😂 with that being said, it keeps me not buying clothes lol. instead I would just go online and become more mindful with my purchase. my why is almost the same as you 🙂 my bad habit was I would go to h&m weekly and see what's good. would buy anything I find interesting. nowadays I don't even wanna go inside h&m!! just disgusted by their company philosophy. and the quality is extremely bad

[@DaarinaAC632]

Make the desirable habit easier to do and the undesirable more challenging to virtually impossible

[@CatchyCravings]

yes! I'm guessing you read atomic habits ;)

[@jennahuang1525]

Need more videos about this 😭 trying so hard not to buy extra bed sheets that cost a total of 350 before tax and shipping

[@CatchyCravings]

what els would you like to see? :) Is there something you'd like to go deeper on? I'm open to do more on this topic

[@dianevoysey9665]

Thank you so much

[@JuliaW888]

Very inspiring and positive Video! I almost bought a leather-hole-maker. And watching this I startet thinking wait.. what about going to the tailor? They can just make it for me, and it will cost very little. Thanks😊

[@tincy3974]

My goal is to save money coz i have no one to depend on

[@ajohonly3721]

The more clothes I buy the more i have nothing to wear.

[@grant9047]

this almost made me wanna start buying stuff again

[@CatchyCravings]

oh no! :(

[@jordansutton8136]

Thank you for this iv been trying to save up for my car and I buy so many clothes but want to get better with money

[@CatchyCravings]

yay! happy to have helped :)

[@millennialstray4215]

Who else is here after hurting from the Sephora sale :D

[@CatchyCravings]

oh no, hahahaha :D that's okay there is always a next time ;)

[@marias8007]

I'm going to do this starting 1 Oct until end 2023

[@CatchyCravings]

yes!! I know you can make it! keep us updated

[@SKH1991]

What if you wait days from wanting the item initially and you’re still thinking about it? Does that mean you should get it or walk away?

[@CatchyCravings]

I think if you waited a while and still feel really drawn to it, it might be a sign that it isn't an impuls buy and might be "right" to buy it. For me waiting periods can really differ, sometimes I will crave it for a week, but in the end still regret buying it, but sometimes it is a sign that it makes sense to buy it. Go with your intuition, and with each decision you make, you learn more about yourself for next time :) there is no hard rule on waiting it out :)

[@visnjahoracek4160]

your lipstick is beautiful, what brand and color is it?

[@anastasiya8314]

I would like to know too! Although no buy is the goal lol it’s the perfect color

[@tincy3974]

My why is that I feel that everything I buy is a trash