All those 'good deals' are keeping you broke. Do this before you go shopping 🛍️

Hey friends, with Black Friday and the Holidays fast approaching, for many of us it's been almost irresistible to pass up the deals. If you're planning on shopping the sales, here are 5 things you can do to help prepare for Black Friday so it doesn't feel like you burned a hole in your wallet, and you come away ACTUALLY feeling like you got a good deal
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[@TheGreeneyes181]

Where I live in Europe they have implemented the law where companies have to present the lowest price of item in last 30 days next to the current price. This allows to see if prices weren’t artificially inflated ahead of the sale. This was created exactly because of sketchy brand behaviours during sales like black friday.

[@TheGreeneyes181]

Also, on a different note: as an European from a country with free higher education… these student loans are INSANE to me.

[@Christinamychas]

Yes, not all loans are like that. Mine was bc it was for a professional program - but still nuts lol

[@MaryannCn]

@@TheGreeneyes181it’s full on insanity here in the US right now

[@ChristysChannelYall]

Oh dear Lord, try here in the USA. I’m in debt from student loans to become a RN and medical debt because I got sick and had not very good insurance. My country is out to break my back 😢

[@Susanarf]

Me ditching a shopping cart to see this video… 😅

[@Christinamychas]

💅💅💅

[@magicalspacegiraffe]

saaame, mid shopping spree

[@MeiLee-t2v]

@@magicalspacegiraffe mid-shopping spree? Now I wish I had the self-control to do that.

[@rocioiribe5841]

I ghost my shopping cart all time. I realized this organically by just window shopping like i had no boundaries, it really fills that craving to shop doing an the work including looking for deals.

[@limitlessbianca]

I’ve abandoned so many carts 😅 sometimes i went to other sites to compare, to justify the prices and even went to see reviews on reddit etc. Ended up being overwhelmed with options and abandoning them 😂 but hey last night i bought a couple items from a brand that rarely does discounts. i had been wanting to buy them (have purchased from them before but their original prices are quite pricey) and finally got them for almost half off yaaassss!

[@micheledoblitz7798]

Preordered your book today! That was one thing on my Black Friday shopping list I couldn’t miss.

[@Christinamychas]

🥹🥹🥹 means so much! Thank you!!

[@EarthOrNothing]

currently trying to deprogram my Black Friday mindset- THANK U!❤

[@Valtet1329]

Absolutely love that trident pendant of yours 💙💛

[@joymassey8370]

Man, I thought I was the only one that ditches carts to get my hit and then save money!!!

[@finleyevans4775]

Thanks so much for this. It's always very sobering to see the reality and truth of debt, and extremely motivating in regard to keeping a leash on the impulse buys!! I have loved deleting all the black friday "don't miss this!" emails for the last week. Also enjoying what I have, realizing how I can restyle these things. I also love the fact that my son grew out of his perfectly well-worn Levi's and so he brought them home for me! They're a little long, but I kinda love that, too.🥰

[@Christinamychas]

Yessss! Love the restyling inspo!!!

[@liahoryczun]

I love budgeting!! It makes me feel so aware and intentional 🤩

[@ND-ss1qp]

The damn backups!! I always forget about the backups. Timely video. Thanks! 😊

[@LizSteeves]

Great tips, Christina! Because of you I have a wish list and only buy off that (usually on sale). I don’t regret any of my purchases when I stick to that plan

[@tarski7420]

Thank you!!! You’re so right, shopping your stash first really helps!

[@amyhicks9887]

Thanks so much for this Christina! Black Friday has me feeling spendy when I really don't want to bring any new clothes into my life right now. It saved me when I went to the mall today and just ended up bringing home a book. So thankful for your content. I feel like everyone else is encouraging a spend, spend, spend mentally today and you're keeping things mindful and real.

[@nataliesutherland5584]

I agree we shouldn't go broke over a sale I also love sales at the same time

[@Christinamychas]

I do too and I take advantage of them - just want to make sure it doesn’t feel yucky or out of control ❤️

[@lesliebeard4505]

I bought a jacket that I have been coveting since September for 50% off and a shirt with a plaid that has three of my favorite colors and goes with half my closet for 40% off. I felt quite disciplined. And some bras, because I recently decided to go wireless, so I needed some comfy, supportive bras. But I bought the bras last week.

[@yvetteflores3307]

Thank you for this! Counter programming is just what I needed today 😊

[@courtneytautges4997]

*fantastic advice, my husband and I have learned to do all of this and it really really really helps, I think this is our first Christmas season with that extremely intentional view on sales (especially the physical cost of adding something new, am I willing to get rid of what I have to make room for it)? Such good advice here, so timely! Thank you!

[@ifetayodavidson-cade5613]

As a USA-ian, I am shopping to buy items on my wishlist that are on sale and/or before the price increases happen after the new tariff policy.

[@Christinamychas]

Yes this is def a consideration

[@KK-mx6oh]

I shopped early and kept it simple this year. I bought a few things online today because I needed a better deal but this is the end of my shopping. I might get a few things for myself now that have been on my list but am also wanting to spend very little in December. For holiday shopping I like to buy online and pick up in store. Usually there's no line or a separate short line. You get the deals you want, it's fast and there's less impulse potential. And no shipping time usually.

[@jbar234]

Only buying what is necessary and what we have planned! Listening to people like you has helped me so much, thank you ❤

[@chunxiaqiudong]

Thanks christina! I actually felt anxious seeing all the deals im missing haha. Going to take the advice of keeping and paring down a wish list to make sure I actually want whats going on sale!❤ Definitely do enjoy a good deal but yes, need to focus 😂

[@maryanto_3932]

I can guarantee that the fake cart is a very good idea and it works! And if you get busy with another task, with your hobby, you really forget that you wanted those things! It’s so good to take track of the money that you saved by non checking out your fake carts! Good job Christina! Great video ❤

[@ros8986]

Another important video. I am excited that I discovered my low-buy rule - if my life is not screaming that I need something, I don't buy it. E.g. - I am shopping for a power bank so I have enough power to charge my non-smartphone when I am out and about. I am taking time to see all my options (including to just keep using the one I have). I do have to watch out for my "survivalist" emotionalism / mentality.

[@helindove2237]

I'm frugal and I love it! I have never had debts, only for my home. And because I have been frugal since I was young, I had already saved quite a bit and so I have a small loan. And having a loan results in tax relief. Now I'm already saving for my pension from the money I don't spend. It's all about the choices you make.

[@julianaypll]

What kind of loan, please share

[@jenniferdo5467]

Great video, such helpful reminders!

[@superfacch]

One thing I do sometimes when I wanna shop is to go pull something out of my mending/alterations pile and fix that. Then I have something "new" to wear bc it's been sitting around unworn for awhile. If you don't know how to do that, get a basic sewing kit and watch a few KZbin videos about it!

[@ValerieAdah]

This really helped me decide on saving my money for something I really want. Thank you ❤

[@staceysilvia3029]

Loved this ! I have been doing the ‘ put in cart and ghost it’, and it works ! You return days later to realize it was an impulse …. 😮 thank you !

[@susanhigh3978]

Great tips!

[@seltzermint5]

I act like putting an item in my online shopping cart is a lifelong commitment lol. I think only once or twice I've ghosted a cart. I don't know why I'm like this!

[@Opal1129]

I love the style of your shirt. May I ask where you got it?

[@rachgarcia5971]

Thank you, really enjoyed this.

[@r.Indra.eckholt]

I do number 4 allll the time, it helps so much. I call it online window shopping 😊

[@rubybabiera6407]

Black Friday, Boxing Day sure its sale but you have to ask yourself sometimes. Do you even need it?? Did you save for it? Stop with the impulse purchases just because everyone is doing it.

[@kyrakytana]

The best things I ever did for my finances was only shopping from a shopping list with max price for each item. This Black Friday I actually haven't bought a single thing for myself in the sales, because the sale prices were not where I wanted them to be (some items even were 100€+ more expensive than a month ago). I bought a few chistmas gifts for others because there the sale prices were a good deal for something I would have bought anyway.

[@Casscapri]

My rules: save money above all; have a limited budget for shopping; have a conscious wish list of things I need / love; look for quality pieces only; buy finally if the item fascinates me.

[@17witchie]

First time I saw Black Friday advertised in Australia a few years ago, like many others, I thought WHAT? Why are they celebrating a ghastly, tragic, bushfire?! Turns out just one more thing to try to import from the US. They're even trying to import Thanksgiving! Mostly here in Australia Black Friday sales now go on for at least a fortnight. They don't even begin our end on a Friday. Aren't real sales. Prices inflated then reduced. Or are things that simply didn't sell, one year to the next! Most people I know avoid it totally. Some research an item they do need; fridge, microwave etc. and find a good deal. It's not the end of our financial year so it doesn't even have that relevance. Sadly I think for may it's one more step in their shopping addiction. Consumerism gone mad. Also interesting that some friends have only just registered it's even an attempted sales thing. I was asked several times this last week or so wtf it is.

[@spiderlady7256]

I'd saved up for black friday this year. I'd buyed new carpets and bew curtains for my appartment. I'd saved 50% on both items, a good deal for me 👍 Normally i do'nt care for black friday. Greetings from Germany 🤗

[@strangersontheinternet]

Do you use indyx? It helps me SOOO much with no longer buying so much clothes because I have an index of everything and can style my outfits

[@marciagarcia8486]

Black Friday Never got me 😅 I used to be a seller. So it always overwhelmed to see consumerism frenzy around me. And now even more, as a consumer only 😅

[@hillerycrawford1062]

I just cancelled my j crew cart to watch this. Thank you!

[@nikkisue1715]

This is so helpful. I am going to watch this video over and over again. I pay off all my purchases, but I need to STOP purchasing. I just may need to buy your journal.

[@tarunpalfilmmaker]

Hey Christina! 🛍 This video on Black Friday shopping video is spot on! As someone who struggles with impulse buying, your practical tips about mindful spending really resonated with me. It's refreshing to see a content creator who genuinely wants to help people make smarter financial choices instead of just promoting mindless consumption. I know creating content is super time-consuming, especially with all the editing that goes into making a polished KZbin video. I'd love to help take some of that editing workload off your plate so you can focus more on filming and growing your channel. Your financial advice is valuable, and anything I can do to support you creating more content would be awesome! Keep crushing it with these real, relatable finance tips! 💪

[@Christinamychas]

Thanks Tarun! Send me an email 🙌

[@tarunpalfilmmaker]

@@Christinamychas email sent! you can check that out Christina

[@ros8986]

Eva in the CIty has a rule that if she doesn't wear and like the item within ten to 14 days of purchase, she returns it.

[@seltzermint5]

I have a longstanding rule when thrifting, that if I don't truly plan to wear or use the item within 7 days I won't buy it. The only exceptions are things I'll need for a specific season like a swimsuit or coat.

[@ros8986]

@@seltzermint5 totally

[@jenn5843]

Hi Christina, great video but I have to ask where your pretty blouse is from as well as your choker necklace and initial? Thank you. Enjoy your weekend

[@bw07_r]

Yes 🙌

[@cristinapiano6190]

My Plan:For Christmas Gifts and with a budget

[@SusieQZee]

With the exception of electronics the sales are nothing that would make my hair blow back. For example, an Amazon Basics sweater is on a Black Friday deal for $22. I could get a sweater just like it at Ross for $12 IF I want to. But I don’t like it nor do I need it.

[@catherinebiernis3534]

Hello Christina, I am interested in ordering your journal, but I have never heard what the price is. Would you please let me know. Thank you.

[@AliciaBW]

It’s kinda funny/ironic how many ‘shop black friday’ ads I got while watching this video!

[@Christinamychas]

Nooooo lol! I have no control over what mid roll ads get shown 😫 the ads can’t read the room lol

[@chasingthefame]

Watching this after I just spent $50 bright and early this cyber monday morning…😅

[@theresaolguin4188]

I’ve made about fifteen fake carts thus far just to see the savings 😂. It has been oddly satisfying and I didn’t even watch this video first.

[@BeeBaldwin]

🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@jessgirr1728]

1,325$? Amateurs.

[@Christinamychas]

LOL 💀💀💀

[@jillbartlett6172]

Too late I have already shopped but I did buy a packable down jacket that has been on my wish list for 2 months & a cat flap !

[@Christinamychas]

Sounds like it wasn’t a regret tho! Woo!!

[@ayeshachaudhry750]

Hi. How can I become a member of your Chanel love

[@PlaidChick44]

Press the Join button under the video.

[@Zamazizi]

Your nails look like ones I saw on Hannah Louise Poston.

[@TheZeyre]

❤🎉

[@myrnaj4502]

❤❤❤📝📝👍🏾

[@mansoor3159]

Christina I am so so so glad that I've Found your KZbin Channel and you never ever disappoint me with your new videos and sending you lots of love🥹❤❤