Things I’m not going to buy in 2023

[@thelmakatherine5396]

I just wanted to say how pretty you look. Since you and your husband have gotten together and in turn settled down, you seem more rested and glowing with happiness.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you so much for these kind words 🤗♥

[@PaleOpal21]

I'm purchasing less clothing. I'm an introvert and hardly go anywhere so having so many clothes is overwhelming and I live in a very cold climate so it's more important to keep off hypothermia and frostbite than looking cute during the winter (I live in Minnesota USA. I think the climate is similar to Siberia). I'm a minimalist in other areas, but my weakness is skincare. Yes, I'm that person with ten cleansers and fourteen toners. I also love my essential oil diffuser, teas and crafting. I'm 53 years old and natural ain't gonna cut it for me. I'm a picky reader too. If I'm not interested in the first two chapters forget it, life is too short. I get most of my ebooks through the library.

[@gingermcintosh6545]

When some marketer says ‘it works for everyone’ or ‘one size fits all’, we all want to be part of the group. We don’t want to be the odd man out. The reality is that many of us are an odd man out. We don’t fit what fits others. But that’s ok; for sure there is something somewhere that will work for each of us. We just have to be patient and able to resist our impulses. I’m sorry you have to fight homesickness. What if you didn’t? Why not just go with it, till it passes. What I’m not buying? I think my main area I can work on is buying too much food I don’t eat. I love strawberries. But I hate washing them and slicing them. They sit in my fridge and go bad. I have other things like this. I’m going to resolve to buy less and only buy what I will eat. Thank you Anna for this fun contemplation! Much love to you and Brian. Oh, I’m almost packed! Will be leaving on Jan 3, much later than I thought. But I’m still getting it done. It will never be thus bad again as everything is more organized now. ❤❤❤

[@starrybatfish5105]

I always enjoy hearing other people‘s thought processes when it comes to shopping. My biggest purchasing mistakes this year were made when I shopped to relieve stress , when I bought something because I was influenced by a KZbin video, and when I bought something that was not really what I wanted but close. Settling. I am going to try not to repeat these mistakes this year! Thanks for the thoughtful videos!

[@annsaeli7583]

In the USA we can get library e-books for free through our local library systems. There is an almost endless supply and also audio books. I don't know if you have access to it but I just love having "a book" with me wherever I go.

[@WaysideArtist]

I always buy too much in bulk, a mindset I learned as a child from my mother. Too much stuff sits unused now that I'm only one person, and an old one at that. No more buying 2, 3, 4 or more of an item just because it's on sale and I might have a little extra money at the time. Happy Winter Solstice!✨🌿🕯🌞🕯🌿✨

[@RoseCottageColleen]

I'm no longer buying paper towels and many other cleaning items. Rags do just as well, and can be reused. Vinegar, salt, baking soda, and liquid dish soap take care of most things. I'm also thrifting more clothing, and have been furnishing my house with found items.

[@anagoldberg]

Yay, these are such creative and frugal ways that you're finding, Colleen! I'm also used to using rags and universal cleaning mixtures.

[@KatieM786]

I bought a metal scraper for cleaning this year and OMG it's been a game changer especially in the bathroom coz we live in a hard water area. Replaceable blades and plastic free.

[@RoseCottageColleen]

@@KatieM786 I'd love to see that metal scraper 😃👌

[@Biglake92]

Love love the sweater you’re wearing!!❤🥰🥰

[@nenazecevic7067]

Me too.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you, my friend! I'll talk about it in my future video about the best purchases of 2022 😉💙

[@jazziechandra8231]

Hi Ana. This video is delightful. I hate sweatpants, as well! I have a habit of buying stuff to make myself feel happier. This has been a very depressing and difficult year for me, too, so I do regret making some purchases… actually they were mainly clothes that looked cooler online than in person, or they wound up not fitting properly. I have made too many purchases like that this year. I, too, am starting a new year with more guidelines about my purchases. I am not a minimalist, and I also want to be relaxed about the way I approach things I buy. I don’t want to get too rigid about my rules, because I have the freedom to break them, as well! Peace to you and Brian.

[@melindap1011]

I buy blue surgical towels for kitchen towels, etc. Extremely durable and lasts long time!

[@efstathiakositzidou2490]

Ana if only you were near I would give you a hug.I became 60 this July and it is very strange how I feel you like a kindred spirit! I share your philosophy about books and I really struggled with the idea of living a book unread if it doesn't speak to me.However life is too short and there are many excellent books out there 😂❤

[@anagoldberg]

Aww, you are so sweet 🥰 Age can't really create borders for meeting a kindred spirit 😉 And yeah, life is too short and precious to read bad books (and have bad food, watch poor movies, etc!) ❤️

[@anamorales3722]

Thanks for your channel. Love it ❤. In The US we spend so much on gifts during the holiday season when other people can barely buy food because of inflation. Mindfulness about what we bring into our lives is what I’m trying to do. I bought my son experiences instead of things. For my partner I gave him 3 babysitting sessions so he can surf. What I wanted was to go to a used bookstore and find or not a book and have lunch. ❤ sending you and Brian ❤ from San Diego, California.

[@uterauch3433]

For a natural skincare, I often prepare an Emulsion of native Oliveoil and warm water .Very helpfully...

[@lauriestewart8228]

"I let myself be wrong" thank you for this. That's going on my fridge for the new year. Also google book's samples are long enough to really try on a book. I so appreciate this feature. It has saved me a ton of money~

[@waywrdsun]

I wish I could even consider listing my purchase regrets for the year. There are so many. I have resorted to online shopping as a distraction so many times--often daily. I'm inspired by your minimalism, and I'm considering going minimalist in the new year. Thanks for your videos!

[@anagoldberg]

I hope you'll figure out the most comfortable and meaningful way for starting the new year, Jason! Minimalism does change a lot, for the better. Sending you best holiday wishes, my friend 💫

[@waywrdsun]

@@anagoldberg Thank you. Wishing you a peaceful and fulfilling holiday season, as well.

[@SimplyBeautiful516]

I struggle with impulsive behavior in nearly every aspect of my life. So I have purchased many items that I don’t need and didn’t even want after watching videos of people who had a lifestyle I thought I wanted in that moment. I’m now purging those from my life and making a do-not-buy list of those items , that stays in my handbag, so if I’m tempted again I can see immediately how it negatively impacted my life and home.

[@ardethellis8930]

Oh Anna, I can't stand sweatpants or sweatshirts either. I bought wool leggings to wear under my regular pants for that cozy feeling. I'm not buying in 2023 fabric or patterns or notions unless it's necessary to complete an existing project. I've been mostly successful at that this year except for patterns. Styles from the early 1970s are back and I indulged. I definitely have enough for a whole new wardrobe now. No more this next year. Wishing you peace, prosperity, and comfort on the Solstice and the coming year. ❤

[@missdoster]

Ana... you literally got cold feet! I, too, regret some personal care item purchases this year - ones bought out of convenience when my "usual" product was harder to find. And the deodorant struggle is very real! As you say, good to reflect on these things so we can learn about ourselves and not judge but grow.

[@lllthink]

So true, books have to be read because they are of interest to you and not because you think you have to read a book a week to feel intellectual. I have learnt to go to the library and stop buying books. Thank you for a wonderful video

[@nymeria941]

Ohhhhh I too have been caught up in buying ebooks on sale! I understand that impulse. I think your advice for purchases is great and I'll be remembering it when I think of making an impulsive purchase.

[@never_too_old]

Ana, I so relate to the natural deodorants…I have tried almost all of them including the crystal deodorant stone and none of them worked for me. I’m reminded of a joke a once heard… “do you know how natural deodorants work? They don’t”

[@m.e.9418]

Try little seed farm deodorant. It really does work

[@stacylevchuk8108]

I am not sure if Schmidt's deodorant is considered natural, but it claims to be and this deodorant worked. However it left oil stains on my blouses. So I also had to switch back to a stain free deodorant. I just cant afford to buy new sets of work shirts every other month.

[@marcydrummonds5447]

It just goes to show that different things work for different people - I love the natural stone deodorant! And, it doesn't work for my daughter, so it seems to be very individual, who it works for. Also, I don't work outside of the house, and my house is minimal. My only child at home is older, etc. So, maybe the natural stone wouldn't have worked for me at a different stage of life.

[@stacylevchuk8108]

I agree. I used natural deodorants as a stay at home mom and it was not an issue. The clothes I wore then didn't stain and it didn't matter if it did.

[@meadowqueen8866]

Try Routine natural deodorant. Pricey but lasts for a long time.

[@joannavanoppen7161]

Ana, you are just so adorable. It's just lovely see you and hear you voice and all your opinions, and trials and errors in life.

[@Izanami2050]

Omg, NARROW LONG FEET SISTER! I feel for you and the shoe shopping pain 😭

[@annekramer6740]

I regret buying cheap store bought cookies, a huge bag of chopped kale, Oreo mcflurries, and quarter pounders. A fun video, for sure, Ana!

[@icare6076]

The sweatpants 😂😂. I totally understand when you don’t feel like yourself in something. ❤

[@leenanorms]

ebook sales used to be my downfall, so I feel you! This was a lovely cosy useful video, thank youx

[@anagoldberg]

Hi Leena! So glad you enjoyed the video💜 Ebook hoarding is a real thing, that's for sure 😅

[@UppityRib]

I have a little graveyard of skin care and hair care products that don't work for me 😵... And I'm never buying sweatpants again, either 😕Hope you have a wonderful holiday, Ana.

[@anagoldberg]

Ugh, can relate to your graveyard so much, Rachel! Sending warmest greetings 💚

[@sagaesedinrojo6783]

I also tend to be a minimalist and put a lot of thought into what I buy. But it is so human to fall into the trap of marketing from time to time, especially if we are feeling down... We don't have to beat ourselves for it, but we can learn from these mistakes. On the other hand, experimenting can also bring us good surprises style-wise or skincare-wise 😊80% of the time I wear/buy the same kind of things and 20% I give myself permission to try something new. Many times I like the result! Oh! I love your jacket by the way 😍

[@darbyh.8255]

I too made some regrettable skin care purchases. I tried to cut corners and costs, and that doesn’t don’t work well. For what I paid in wrong skin care purchases I could have just bought the products I knew would work for me and I’d enjoy using…🙄 one thing I did spend money on that I do not regret and simply love is my nose piercing. I got some high quality artisan handmade jewelry and I helped one local business and a wonderful artist prosper. And I think it looks great!💛peace and love my friend!💛From Stacy

[@juliagriego7693]

Hi Ana, thank you 🌺No sweatpants for me either! Deodorant is so up & down. I use cotton and wipe my underarms with organic apple cider vinegar. I let it dry completely. Oder gone! Wishing you & Brian continued joy, laughter, tears that refresh and a love that secures your inner nest💜💫😘Julia in Puerto Rico

[@kamidsjournee]

Excellent video, Ana, my fried!! Thank you for being vulnerable in order to encourage others. My true regret is buying gifts. Because I’m the world’s worst gift buyer, I buy many random items. Then it takes me an entire year to pay off the debt. 🥺 it’s not that I don’t want to gift items to ppl, I just over-do to compensate for my ignorance. Also, I regret/don’t regret exploding my library. 😐 I read a lot, but I also cherish and read many books (both physical and ebooks). Consequently, I have decided to implement #nobuy2023. I don’t usually spend money on things (except gifts, food and books) because I retired in June this year. So it’s become a matter of necessity.

[@kimberlyrichardson2848]

Oh Ana, you made me laugh with your determination to never buy sweatpants again! I’m with you! I wear leggings for that comfy feel. Much love❤️

[@anagoldberg]

Haha, Kimberly! We're in this together 😄🌷 Lots of love!

[@anne-cecilemouget1657]

I have same problem with leggings ! they are baggy on knees, I only wear them for yoga or gym ahahah :) I prefer to wear tights from Snag or Wery Spezials... I don't know why they fit my body better :) and wool knitted dress :)

[@NoDecaf7]

@@anne-cecilemouget1657 Ohh I had never heard of Snag! I love how body-inclusive their site is, and the colors! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@olgaemelianova]

I have found out that the perfect bottom at home for me are high waist culottes. They sit well on my waist, the elastic is not too wide and doesn’t pressure my stomach after a good meal. they don’t overstretch at the knee part and don’t get baggy anywhere else. Also, I preferred wide leg culottes as they are not too long and the bottom part (which is the widest) doesn’t bother me. Usually there’s a lot of movement of fabric at the feet area which can be annoying to me and maybe for somebody else:)

[@anne-cecilemouget1657]

@@NoDecaf7 and how confortable they are and resistant ! I'm a exttem walker and I walk in skirts and dresses even in woods, bushes... Never manage to harm one this way 😂 lots of patterns and colors... They have a FB that is also inclusive for gender or cross-clothing, really a safe place. Amazing community.

[@pamcee6813]

I spent lot of money on sweatpants and cosmetics. After watching your video i decided not buying anymore. Thank you for inspiring me.

[@ruthannknoll1715]

You're looking very happy, healthy and less stressed...beautiful...i am a huge thrift shopper...financially and finding unique items...and also many things still have lots of wear left in them...also i don't always follow the latest trends as much

[@allons-yalice9567]

I love your cardigan, it suits you so much!

[@annelarsson6152]

Dear Ana ❤Thank you so much for sharing this very thoughtful vlog. It really hit me hard, my gosh! I decided I have what I need, and in 2023 I will be even more thoughtful and take precautions to not do shopping just because etc. In the passed years I made purchases due to comforting, (feeling pity for myself being ill, pandemic, boredom etc). My real promise to myself is to rediscover what I have and use things instead of hoarding, buy more etc. Wishing you and everyone a Merry and Peaceful Christmas 🎄😇❤️❤️

[@AnaViolinViola]

I've got many items I don't use and regret buying, but I consider it is a "collateral damage" and also it's part of the learning about myself:))

[@susannegerber7360]

yes, it is the same in my life as a consumer. In general i try to get along with less, but the outcome is sometimes just the opposite.

[@wronaona]

me too...

[@oneseeker2]

❤ always great respect and warmth. You've made healthy moves.

[@olgaemelianova]

I have found out that the perfect bottom at home for me are high waist culottes. They sit well on my waist, the elastic is not too wide and doesn’t pressure my stomach after a good meal. they don’t overstretch at the knee part and don’t get baggy anywhere else. Also, I preferred wide leg culottes as they are not too long and the bottom part (which is the widest) doesn’t bother me. Usually there’s a lot of movement of fabric at the feet area which can be annoying to me and maybe for somebody else:)

[@KatieM786]

I agree! I got some great ones from Thought clothing this year!

[@Laura-rx9mp]

Ana, donate the sweatpants, another person will enjoy them it may be the only garment they own. And yes real leather shoes are the way to go if you are trying to avoid extra purchase

[@lcr603]

What a nice surprise to see a new video from you❤ Happy Winter!

[@galebecker3487]

Hi Ana, I'm with you all the way. I also bought sweatpants and feel the same way as you do. Also deoderant, cream and shoes. So now I stick to what works for me. Interesting that you made this video, as I was thinking these thoughts today 2022,whilst sorting out my cupboard. Also ebooks, so tempting when they are on sale thank you once again for discussing all these topics. Take care Gale🙏

[@barbara_vienna]

I really feel you in this video! I wouldn't even consider myself a minimalist but I hate buying things that are useless or turn out to be useless for me. Some years ago I thought I would really get into sewing my own clothes and bought a lot of fabric and patterns only to give it all away a few years later. Turned out sewing clothes is not really my hobby. I also bought shoes this year that I hardly ever wear.

[@lidiaadobato7822]

Hi Ana, this is just a brief comment in which I want to share a feeling. You're an artist, I would love to hear your reflections on art, your hesitations at the moment of creating something, whatever it is, your thoughts and feelings on other people's creations.

[@anagoldberg]

Hi Lidia! Thank you for this suggestion, it's a super interesting topic to discuss. I hope to do that soon on my second channel which is solely about art and crafts 😘

[@blackswanfly3]

I just found you and watched this video. Subscribed right away thank you for your content 🖤

[@anagoldberg]

Yay, happy to welcome you here! ♥ Thank you so much for watching ✨

[@christylearnstodreamagain]

I suffer from anxiety and panic attacks and the thing I'm over indulging on has been books, so many books on dealing with anxiety and panic attacks. I'm not even sure if I'm ever going to make it through the books but next year I'm going to try my best because it would feel like such a waste. And cosmetics on sale. You show to have so much discipline about buying. When I grow up I want to be like you😉Warm regards from Belgium, friend!

[@anagoldberg]

Oh, I can completely relate to buying lots of self-help books without limits! I'm growing a commitment inside to go through all of them in 2023 😊 Much love to Belgium, my friend! ♥

[@christylearnstodreamagain]

@@anagoldberg Let's do it, friend! Stronger together 💪Much love! Hristina

[@tynaedwards8452]

I'm proud that this year I went back to using products of my youth. After years of a gazillion shampoo purchases and tries, I have gone back to using a simple shampoo that came out in the 60's. After years of dull weighed down hair from additives, my hair is clean , light and shiny. Same for my face cleanser, skin and body lotion. Same for my clothing and shoes. I wear classic, never went out of style clothing and shoes. Life is simpler now.

[@alinamostov5829]

Well, I definitely bought a lot of physical books this year. As of this moment I am waiting for maybe another seven books to arrive before the end of the year. I will try not to buy any more until I read at least 20-25 books first. Going forward, I need to utilize the library. I would like to get a book from the library, read it and if I absolutely can't live without it, then I buy a physical copy. The other frustrating thing was buying clothes. I've been on a weight loss journey since last year and lost about 70lbs, so I had to replace most of my wardrobe. And then when I lost more weight the clothes which I just bought a few months ago didn't fit right and I had to replace those again, so I didn't look ridiculous at work. If I worked from home then it would have been a cheaper journey. Thank you so much for another honest and wise video, Ana. ❤ From Minnesota.

[@lifelikeatob]

Universal skincare magic 😂😂

[@violaboboc7887]

Hey Ana, can you tell as what skincare brand do you use, your skin is flowless 😍. Sending you much love!!😘

[@melindap1011]

My needs are minimal and my wants are none!

[@shirleymcmurtrie7853]

Thank you, and you also be safe. 🙏

[@a.k.19]

Hi Ana! This video got me thinking, and the only thing I regret purchasing was a similar thing you mentioned: skin care. I deviated from my normal skin care brand and opted for a more affordable brand, and paid the price of an allergic reaction. 🙃 Will not do that again! Alternatively, are there things you purchased in 2022 that you do not regret?

[@anagoldberg]

Hi Amanda! Oh, I have a plan now to release a video about my best purchases of 2022 next 😉💚 I feel you with skincare! It's always a risk...

[@MIOLAZARUS]

I love every video - you know 😁 It's good to reflect on the not so optimal purchases ;) maybe I should do that as well. I just got a gift card for christmas and I just love good skincare as well. Such a nice treat!

[@kathsarazin3792]

Love your holiday decorations in the background btw-simple, yet elegant and festive! I look and feel bad in sweatpants as well-bought a pair a few months ago (should have known better) and every time I try to wear them, I just can't do it! I only get my ebooks (and actually the majority of my books, since it is rare for me to re-read something) from my library-that way, if I don't like them and don't want to finish them, it's guilt-free. I love what you say about not getting trapped by marketing and only purchasing what works for me and not anyone else. As of late I have been working on those things as I can be a shopaholic-it has definitely been a source of entertainment for me in the past, but I am getting much better at only buying what I need-still, I am a work in progress in this area (well, all areas really).

[@wendymendoza1815]

Great video Ana, I also have been caught up in buying skincare that others have mentioned how wonderful they are..but not anymore! Shall be thinking twice from now on. Have a lovely Christmas Ana and a Healthy and Happy 2023 x

[@lifelikeatob]

Detecting specific components of fragrances and not tolerating it is such a HSP thing and I love it 😂 Reminds me of my best friend and myself as well 🤣

[@paulinas_thyme]

Merry Christmas, Ana ✨

[@cynthiareimer2020]

My shopping regrets: like you, ebooks. cheap yarn. a winter jacket that I wasn’t in love with and should have held out to find exactly what I wanted (and now I feel like I’m stuck with it for years ahead!). That is about it I think.

[@Samtasticlife37]

Ana, it is curious how we can decide that a product doesn't work for us and yet we may buy it again using the original reasoning we made the initial purchase. Happy Holidays from the U.S.

[@anagoldberg]

Hi Samuel! Haha, indeed, it's so interesting how we get in the same consumption trap multiple times. Maybe it's because of the lazy human habit to hope that "this time it will work for sure!" 😄 Happy holidays from Serbia to the US from both of us ✨

[@Anita-rq9ev]

Hello Ana 👋. I'm sure many people bought stuff that they regret, at least I can speak for myself and it's only human, but I hopefully learned my lesson😁😉. Happy holidays to you and Brian 🎅

[@anagoldberg]

Hello Anita! 💜 Happy holidays for you too!

[@Anita-rq9ev]

@@anagoldberg thank you so much 🥰

[@evapaigeideasgeniales2635]

I love your cardigan ❤️

[@cristinabock1310]

After 10 years of trying natural deodorant w no luck, I tried Schmidt rose vanilla. And finally it worked!! Better than the aluminum deodorants.

[@lindas2485]

Thanks for this honest video. I'm not buying any skincare etc unless it is unscented/hypoallergenic. I know that's what I need, but I let the advertising get to me 😔

[@kayerains3513]

Thank you, Ana, for sharing this video! Yes, if we think about each thing we purchase, many times we might decide that we really don't want or need that thing. Mine is jewelry...I love jewelry, and make a lot of it. Much of it I wear once, and never again. I decided to not purchase any more jewelry. I have more than enough, and some can be given away, or I can restyle some in new ways, or even donate some. It is a relief to not have the clutter around, and I can just enjoy what I have. Thank you, and all the best for the holidays!

[@anagoldberg]

I relate to the jewelry craze too, my friend! I had to stop buying silver jewelry at some point when I had a good job and then gifted most of my rings to my cousin and niece 😊 Wishing you happy holidays too!

[@sophiaisabelle01]

We appreciate your videos. Happy Holidays. God bless you.

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you so much, dear Sophia! Happy holidays 💙

[@judith4158]

Have you found a library near you, probably no books in Russian but ask is they have free e-books to download. You look so lovely in your new sweater; the color is so right for you. I am planning to only shop for clothes in resale stores, now I'm out and about more there's no excuse. Occasional you find real quality for so much less; my problem is I hate to try them on before purchasing. My biggest regret this year was just that.

[@SIC647]

I would say that a regret of mine is a piece of furniture from a local kindergarten. They were selling their old wooden furniture, and I thought: 1. This type of furniture is becoming trendy again and I can get this cool piece cheap. 2. I can upcycle it/make something cool and interesting out of it. I have it standing, taking up room. I can't quite figure out what to creatively do with it, and I don't have the energy for doing the work either. But I did finally learn something, which had cost me a lot of money over the years: Whenever I feel all exited and just neeeeed to buy this thing, and right now, I know to pause and put the idea of the thing away. Sometimes I'll get back to it and consider it more pragmatically, and sometimes I'll think of it, and just know I shouldn't buy it.

[@SoloSoyUnAngel]

Hi Ana! I made the same mistake. I bought trainers made of synthetic leather. It was the first time in my life that the trainers were so hard and uncomfortable.(((

[@sharonshmuel3386]

Hi Anna we all make mistakes- at least you have now learnt what not to buy in the future. Loved this content & you look lovely in the patterned sweater. Lol ❤

[@Paula_Limberg]

Same as other commenters, I was disappointed with a purchase of wooden spoons that were similar to what I wanted, but not exactly. Ended up buying the exact thing I needed later, and now I’m stuck with these expensive spoons I don’t want…

[@raggedblossom508]

I'm a picky reader too. I don't use an e-reader, but prefer buying used books. If I don't like them they go to a charity shop. If I only enjoy a few books each year, so be it. BTW that's a lovely colourful sweater you're wearing, Ana. 🌻

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you so much for sharing, dear Rowanne! I agree - fewer but more enjoyable books a year is a perfect way to go ♥ The sweater is my recent amazing purchase and I'll talk about it hopefully in the next video 😘

[@lindyralph8792]

Hey Ana, I'm totally with you re trackpants: I HATE them, I've never been able to pull them off either, but I made an excellent discovery this year. If you have access to Uniqlo, they have - at least in Australia - a pant called the 'straight flare long pants' and they are soooooo comfortable. They are cotton knit but not very stretchy so they don't sag and are slim fitting with a stylish but not to wide flare and they have a drawstring waist but fit like leggings and they have POCKETS! They are so comfortable and you can wear them casually or dress them up and are super comfy. It's all I want to wear now.

[@anagoldberg]

Hey Lindy! Oh, I have several Uniqlo items and LOVE them. Unfortunately, I don't have any access to their store now but as soon as I have, I'll certainly check those pants out! Thank you ✨

[@cynthiacarmody6906]

Love you. Happy Holidays. 💖

[@anagoldberg]

🤗💜

[@liammcweeney1674]

Great video ana

[@anagoldberg]

Glad you liked it, Liam! ⭐

[@eleonorazampilli245]

Deodorant idea (super effective) : put five teaspoons of baking soda in a glass of water (200ml). If you like, you can add some essential oils, or just leave it plain. Pour in a spray bottle and apply. Works great, no waste, no irritation, no ruined clothes!

[@rosegreensummer]

i bought tracksuit bottoms because everyone said, you'll love them you'll never wear tailored trousers again. But i don't. People swear that stretchy things like sweatpants or trainers are more comfortable, then say the tailored equivalent is uncomfortable "i had a pair once and they rubbed'. But because i grew up before stretchy everything, i am used to the fact that, like gloves, shoes and tailored trousers and jackets need to fit and be tried on. You need to know your size and not buy what doesn't fit. If it fits, it's actually far more comfortable, because it's like a second skin, it fits perfectly; stretchy rubs but stretches. So now i buy fitted structured shoes and clothes.

[@TheStrayK]

Hi, Ana!

[@anagoldberg]

Hi Kelly! 💚

[@Sup3rSH0O]

I completely agree about the natural deodorant. I’ve tried so many brands and they just don’t work. I just buy Secret when it’s on sale 😊

[@NoDecaf7]

You have the same problem I do with sweatpants / joggers! I sit in a cross legged position and the knees get so stretched and the bum always sags. that said, I still keep them around as an outer layer if I need to run outside in the cold for anything and they are still used for sleep pants, just not day pants.

[@adventurousbec]

Very interesting choices! I echo skin care too.

[@michellemontgomery-jones2579]

The skin care problem is real and frustrating. I struggle with it too. I've also making a list of things I won't purchase again. I definitely won't purchase some foods again as although the price is good, the quality is not.

[@anne-cecilemouget1657]

oh yes food I do agree ! And even more now that all the prices have raised so much... easy to make a bad choice thinking it will be OK and then it's not even OK :)

[@duets2]

Years ago I took a breath and said, “No more sweatpants!” I have kept my promise!

[@jimmieoakland3843]

I get books through inter-library loan, and often they take some to get to my local branch. It's frequently the case that by the time I pick them up, I'm no longer interested in reading them. I also buy books and the same thing happens. Once in a while it is money well spent, but just as often I am disappointed.

[@anikobodnar1224]

A striking ecoblunder of mine was buying 8 years ago a tablet which I longed for about a year. When I finally managed to get it from a scholarship, my circimstances changed so I mostly kept with laptop. My prized purchase sits in a gardrobe and I may need it again, but I gotta get rid of pin security (I want to use it on my wifi) and G4 LTE will be shut down eventually.

[@mariaruiz3848]

I am trying to be more mindful of the thinks I am buying. I was always buying on sale and making lot of mistakes. Now I am giving myself more time and ask myself do I really need this? Most of the time is no. Really enjoyed your video. Thank you for sharing your thoughts 💐

[@anagoldberg]

Thank you for spending this time with me, dear Maria 💚🤗

[@lauracruz5965]

Hola Ana! Has compartido tus experiencias de este año. Toda una aventura. Como varias vidas en doce meses. Es comprensible que algunas compras no salgan bien en esas circunstancias. 2022 ha sido complicado para mí también pero por muy diferentes razones. Ninguna tan seria como lo que tú viviste. Me arrepiento de haber comprado un depilador por ahorrar 20 dólares. Pensaba que era un buen negocio. La cosa es que no depila bien, tiene varios accesorios que nunca voy a usar y ocupan lugar... 🤦🏻‍♀️ Y ahora no sé qué hacer. Siento que tengo que usarlo hasta que se rompa pero no me buen resultado. En fin. Peores cosas hay en la vida 🙂 Nada grave. Mis mejores deseos para el nuevo año. Abrazo

[@lindas.2552]

Hi Ana, as always great to see & hear from you. Try mineral salt deodorant. It works!!💕

[@Magdalene777]

I stopped using deoderant. I either just wash my armpits at the sink with soap and water if I feel sweaty or I use body powder. In the 1920s they didn't have deodorant and my grandmother used baking soda or baby powder. I got Yardley powder, because it comes in a metal tin that can be recycled.

[@leaholson2309]

Hi Anna, I've tried several natural deodorants and most do not work. However, right now I'm using Native stick deodorants and it's working most of the time. But, I do have to pretreat the armpits of my blouse to get the oily and smell out before I wash it. What a pain, but antiperspirants turned the armpits of my white blouses yellow. One of your readers on this feed suggested bakingsoda. I'll try🙂

[@anne-cecilemouget1657]

Oh yes I guess we all do this :) I try to stick to brands and products that I know suits me... if I want to try new things I try some from my beloved brends so the risk is very limited :), no ebooks... I take free books in the bookboxes here... so if I don't like them they were free and I rapidly put them back in another bookbox ahahaha... it's the same with clothes... but I'm lucky I have a stable home and I can keep enough clothes so I'm not in a hurry to buy new ones... sometimes when a piece of clothe suits me I buy it in different colors so I have them for many years... and yes only good brands of leather or fabric shoes... it's a way to save sooo much money and be in lot of feet comfort :) It's all so human in this society of look ahahaha.

[@jacquelinemcgowan8164]

so much in agreement with you. i am so fed up of cheap imported rubbish and paying alot of money for basically cheap things, this month i have gone back and forwards with posted items, all gone back and now waiting for refunds, and paying postage twice over, yup well that is not happening no more i will buy local, alot of shops are closing down so we are forced to buy cheap nasty imports that do not fit europian figures and size of feet, its so unfair i feel all our trades people have been well and truly shoved to one side in favour of imports we all know what i mean that break, drop to pieces and guess what have to buy agian the cycle repeats itsself which is what it was meant to do, support local business and buy less imports.

[@stacylevchuk8108]

In 2023 I'm hoping I can lower my misc purchases, like clothes, toys, house decor items, and other random stuff.

[@stacylevchuk8108]

Hello, in 2023 I'm making a conscious effort to not only not buy stuff, but to also pay off my debts and save my money in a savings account. I am very excited. This will also help me focus on keeping things that I do have in good condition.

[@bobbydarker1959]

Oooooooooo the natural deodorant part hit home. I struggle with finding anything natural that actually works. The brand Lumé (I'm located in the u.s.) smells like a bacterial infection 🤢, Tom's of Maine you definitely need to shower on a daily basis and apply more than once during the day, Schmidt's bergamot and lime is the only thing that doesn't mix with body odor and smell really bad, again, you need to wash up on a daily basis for these to "work", which I do not. I refuse to put aluminum in my arm pits. A good friend made homemade deodorant, gave it to me as a gift and it clogged my pores and I had many lumps in my armpits-- I had to go to the doctor 😅

[@palcieek]

Dear Ana, thank you so much for all the meaningful content you make, I find a lot of value in it. It would be nice if you talked some more about books- I'm reading "To Have or to Be?" now and would like to get more recommendations from you! Sending love from Argentina. 🌼

[@anagoldberg]

I'll try to have more book reviews in the future! thank you so much for your kind words, Paulina 💙 Love to Argentina!

[@georgiapeach1327]

Rock salt as deodorant. It works very well. The French brand « Kreme « from France is 100% bio a face cream with vitamins, and it works amazingly well for me and it is very affordable.

[@666prozerpina]

You have realy good skin, you shoul make video about skin care. I would love to watch it. 🙂

[@laurasibley6293]

Can't beat real leather shoes. My personal rule is never be cheap with shoes. My feet are my transportation and I must take care of them. I also agree with sticking to a tried and true ace moisturiser. For body lotion/ hand cream/ foot cream I use baby lotion. I don't buy shower gel or soap...I buy baby shampoo and use it for everything: as face wash and a shower soap. Sweatpants? Love to wear 'em in the house on freezing cold evenings.....but not outside. My only purchase I regret was a series of 6 art lessons with an established painter. $96 wasted. They didn't teach me anything I didn't already know and just led to frustration because the instructor's method clashed with my current skill level. I admit it must be hard tutoring mature students ...we are not as malleable or impressionable as the youngsters!! Happy Winyer Solstice Ana! In Celtic mythology, today the Holly King dies so that the Oak King can rule until the Summer Solstice as the Earth turns its face once again towatd the sun xx

[@kjosephine70]

Hey Ana, this video made me chuckle quite a few times. I fully acknowledge how awful sweatpants look on me and still don’t care 😂 If you ever have someone from the states send you and Brian a care package, I recommend Hey Human natural deodorant. The Rosewater and ginger scent is my favorite. I also fall prey since I have gotten older to trying new skincare that ends up being mediocre. But I refuse to take any of it back since it’s wasteful, so I end up using what face cream I don’t like on my feet. My feet don’t discriminate when it comes to creams and will accept anything on them haha.

[@teresa5007]

Hi Ana. Have you tried using a crystal deodorant rock. It’s a natural product, hypoallergenic, scent free, doesn’t stain, is not greasy, is not tested on animals, etc….I’ve been using one and it’s the best. Anyway, I wish you and Brian a very happy and healthy holiday season and may the new year be less stressful for you! P.S. I understand homesickness, after 50 years of living in Australia, I’m still homesick for Serbia/Hungary!🎄☃️❄️🥂🎉🐈‍⬛❤️