you can still start a no-buy half-way through the year

[@pinkfeet518]

to anyone who’s petrified to look at their bank statements, LISTEN TO ME. the money has already been spent. the damage is done. whether you look or not, the statement will stay the same. taking a look at your finances can only help you, not hurt you. it’s okay to feel shame or regret, but just by looking at where your money is going from an objective perspective is a giant step.

[@gracenevitt]

absolutely!!

[@cwunsche]

One thing I’ve noticed is my biggest weakness is trying to solve a problem by immediately buying something that I think will solve the issue. I need to give things more thought and be more patient.

[@gracenevitt]

this is a hugeeee issue with most people!! (myself included) it's taken a while to break that habit, and in some areas it's still definitely lingering for me

[@lawsquin]

SAME! I'm trying to go sustainable, and having to stop my automatic impulse to go and buy things that are sustainable! Umm NO, don't buy anything! Lol

[@007stardust]

💯 relate to this!

[@charmedvenuss]

My biggest win has to do with the fact that I gave myself a break from the no buy in June to allow myself birthday gifts. Usually I tend to accidentally over spend, and spend closer to 1k on things for myself. This year I only spent 200, and i'm very happy with that. Even after depriving myself for six months I didn't go crazy and overboard and overconsume again just to get back on the wagon. Instead I changed my habits, and I'm going much more slow and safe.

[@gracenevitt]

that's huge!!!!

[@faeriesmak]

That is a huge win. Happy birthday! 🎉

[@bandanarathore]

That's so good. I was trying to do the same for my birthday in November, but I ended up spending on sales this month and now I am feeling down. Will start again.

[@charmedvenuss]

@@bandanarathore You can do it! Remember that this challenge is about doing your best and not being perfect!! Use your stumble as a clue to what triggers your spendy feelings and move forward with more information!

[@bandanarathore]

@@charmedvenuss yes I am trying to analyse. Thank you for the words of encouragement.

[@weronikawalker9650]

Watching this as a preparation for my no buy/ low buy year starting next week. Thank you for all your tips!

[@geniej2378]

No-buys can be short! Depending on your shopping habits, a no-buy week might be a great start! Or a no-buy month. You know you, choose something you feel is realistic, and start a journal or some way of observing how you feel.

[@gracenevitt]

100000%!!! it doesn't have to last a whole year!

[@edenbliss3777]

This!! I recently finished a no buy fortnight which is something I never expected to be able to do, let alone enjoy it. A year is overwhelming but chucking in a couple weeks here and there is a great way to ease in to it

[@geniej2378]

@@edenbliss3777 Well done on sticking to it! I'm on an eyeshadow no buy until I hit pan in all my palettes - no buys make time for you to enjoy what you already have.

[@catalinaserrano6098]

My win has been realizing how much I’ve used buying things (specially clothes and skincare) as a strategy of reaffirmation during years. Although I still feel like I love clothes and taking care of my skin, that notion and the desire of frugality are clearer and stronger now. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences this year. Your recap videos every month are my favorites

[@elara4955]

omg i was literally thinking yesterday, “maybe i should just start a no-buy year now even tho it’s july” 😂😂 perfect timing!!

[@azsubie3177]

Same here! I did terrible with my intentions for the first half of the year but I know it's never too late to start!

[@sarahhansen8004]

I just thought this to myself earlier today, I was feeling left out that so many ppl are posting mid-year updates. But realized I can start whenever I want. Feel like I was meant to find this video now!

[@amylancaster6547]

1 of my tricks to keep from spending is to only carry my debt/ credit card when I have to make a purchase. I keep it in the safe and also try really hard to do any spending errands 1 day a week.

[@meisjeViv]

My biggest win I think is that I've been taking really good care of my stuff, especially clothes, I've repaired and altered so many things that in another year I'd probably have replaced, and it feels like this is the sustainable way forward.

[@roseways]

my low buy year has been hit or miss so far. i’ve bought a lot of things i wish i hadn’t BUT i have never been so aware of my spending, the patterns and traps that affect me, my weaknesses. even when i’m falling victim to them lol. i’ve never tracked my spending until this year and seeing all my little purchases add up in a spreadsheet is a game changer. if nothing else that’s a small win for me

[@CrisOnTheInternet]

I wouldn't think before that using up things would be so much fun, but I love throwing empties to the trash can. Also since I use my free time on my hobbies I don't have the need to purchase things for a new hobbie. Groceries and toiletries are still my dangerous areas, so I have to be extra mindful when going to the grocery stores or the supermarkets.

[@gracenevitt]

I totally relate to "lashing out" on green items and I noticed a bit of an influx of snacks and "fun groceries" for a minute there...

[@claireandclaws]

I had to rewind and rewatch the part where you said, work on the things you can control. I needed to near that because it is way too easy to worry about evvvverything. I have struggled to stick to the no buy this year, but thanks to your videos I created a monthly plan to pay off my debts and will be able to pay off all mine by end of September. Cannot wait! After September I plan on restarting my no buy/low buy and just save as much as I can 💜

[@gracenevitt]

ugh yes! it's sooo easy to worry about everything, but sadly just a waste of our time and energy at the end of the day! you got this💗

[@claireandclaws]

@@gracenevittThank you so much Grace. You got this too girl! Like you say, we’re all just trying our best our here 💞

[@cwalsh4992]

One thing I'd like to mention is that it's never too late and you're never too old to do this! Don't let either of these things hold you back ❤

[@gracenevitt]

so true!!!!

[@SimplyKatieWalks]

At 56, I appreciate you saying this. This my first time trying this

[@janewarren4759]

I am starting a no buy half way through the year, thank you for your words of encouragement. Just had a few days of work and realised I spent my time shopping rather than doing anything meaningful.

[@CharlottesShelves]

thank you for the reminder that we can start, exactly where we are, at any time

[@brieannaolder992]

Grace, your videos are so calming/grounding. Thanks for being you. ❤

[@gracenevitt]

this is so sweet omg thank you 😭💗

[@wyrdwitch13]

My wins-finally gaining positive traction this month after failing all year! I have only bought one thing this month which is an improvement. I can tell my habits are finally shifting into healthier ones! I had made some progress (cutting back on unnecessary spending) in May & June, and decided to do no buy july (I was aiming for a low buy year this year). Persistence combined with learning from mistakes and then redoubling efforts have been the key to my success.

[@alanbirkner1958]

October 2024. I'm 75, I've never had much stuff, now I have less. Most of my clothes are second-hand. My craft supplies were free or from thrift shops or rummage sales. I own 2 pairs of nice slacks, 2 nice shirts, and a few nice cardigans. Tina, Al's wife

[@julies.98]

So nice to see this video today! I decided to star my no buy journey officially this month, after planning for a month. The only thing i bought so far was a new laptop (i was saving money for this for 2~3 month). I love your content and it's helping me a lot! I'm trying to get back to my old hobbies too instead of open social media/apps to look for stuff to buy and my goal now is save money to see TXT and Enhypen in the future ♡

[@gracenevitt]

great goals!!! 💗

[@n00007]

You are by far my favourite minimalism content creator! Most minimalism channels are just not relatable for me, because I have adhd just like you and I always felt like minimalism is too hard for someone like me. Now I did a no buy for about 3 month which worked very well, but my low buy for the rest of the year went horribly wrong, but you really motivated me to get back on track and not drown in frustration. Thank you for your Videos! Greetings from Germany :)

[@gracenevitt]

this makes me so happy!! 💗 thank you

[@theswedestthings]

I failed in the first part of the year, I sold a lot of clothes and did spend the money earned from it buying new clothes to make my capsule wardrobe more complete. I’ve emigrated to another country with another climate and complete different lifestyle, not the best excuse. I’m living on a homestead, not working and taking care of my kids. My husband is working part time. The reason I’m doing a no buy is to afford this kind of lifestyle. I’m totally ready for my no buy year started 1st July 🔥 Thanks for your inspiring videos 💕

[@gracenevitt]

you got this !!!!

[@user-sk3ng5nq8b]

this is just what i needed to hear! i was thinking about starting it in july, but was hesitant about it. tysm for posting right when i needed it!

[@gracenevitt]

you got this!!

[@belindagritter1572]

Probably a good thing I have been on this journey of discovery with you this year because my financial situation took a 50% cut suddenly 3 weeks ago. My financial person told me I would have to make cuts and live differently if I want to stay afloat. I now realize that I do not need as many things as I once thought I did. I am scared as I see money just going out all the time. I have to rearrange everything in my life. It’s not easy at almost 77 years old. I have physical needs now so that means everything else gets less money. Take it from me, however much money you think you need to retire, etc. you will need 100 times more.

[@gracenevitt]

oh no! I'm so sorry that happened :((

[@belindagritter1572]

@@gracenevitt Thanks. My husband passed away unexpectedly 4 days after our 57th wedding anniversary. So trauma, sorrow, grief, and losing half my income has been a lot to deal with. But God has been very gracious to me through all of it providing people in the right places and a strong and loving community of friends and my small family around me. I'll be fine.

[@amara560]

Love this video for all the people just finding out about this concept! You don't have to start on January 1st. You can change your life any day of the year❤

[@anaveragemuppet]

I started my no buy year on the 1st July! 🎉🎉🎉 I’m not seeing the financial benefits yet but I’m definitely seeing the benefits in my home and mental health.

[@elisabethprice4697]

This is actually so helpful because I was trying to do this at the beginning of the year but fell of the bandwagon and kinda stopped. but I defo need to get back into this no buy year as I am currently job hunting and lost all my money to a scam(I’m figuring it out and planning to get it back)!

[@gracenevitt]

yes!! it's never too late to get back on the bandwagon! wishing you the best of luck!! 💗

[@elisabethprice4697]

@@gracenevitt thank you!

[@kathymcmullin3958]

This is golden! It's just what I needed because I got a little wobbly this month. Instead of thinking of failures, I looked back on all my successes during the first half of the year. Thank you, thank you!!! I just love your videos!

[@Kayla-n7l3d]

Loved this video! Lol I started a no buy year at the beginning of the year then stopped then recently got back on track and now continuing with the no buy year 😅

[@findingthebroom]

doing my first no buy month this july-august (19th-19th bc that's when i get paid). so far it's going really good actually

[@gracenevitt]

that's awesome !!

[@LetMeBeLighter]

This was just the video I needed. Thank you, Grace. You're amazing 💜

[@gracenevitt]

I'm so glad!! 🥰

[@jenf6717]

We all have to learn these things; it's great that you are learning them so early in life.

[@jensencroughan]

I am so grateful I have found your channel!

[@OmMyGoddessEvents]

Girrrlllll! ❤ G, I have been listening to you for awhile now and you have inspired me to the point where when I did not buy one dang thing on prime day (s) this year ……… 🎉 I attribute that to your teachings inspiration and wisdom ! You remind me of my daughter T who is straight up kind and smart and beautiful like you 😊 Get that NZ land and enjoy yer life 😂 J

[@gracenevitt]

I'm so proud that so many of us "survived prime day" 😂 so proud of you!! and thank you for the sweet words 💗

[@kmkasiner]

I just had an unexpected medical expense and need to figure out how to save money when this came across my suggested videos (creepy algorithm lol). It has inspired me to try a no buy year or at least a no buy season even though it’s July. Clothes are my hardest thing too, I love fashion but I know there are other ways to indulge that without buying new things.

[@gracenevitt]

shopping your wardrobe and trying new fun things can be a great way to flex that fashion muscle while not spending !

[@kharisspencer]

Using only cash is helping me think before I spend

[@milicagrujic1361]

Thank you for answering my question!! Have a stress free week!

[@kassandrafurtado3234]

Levelling up 🙌

[@literarylayer]

KZbin algorithm is reading my mind. This is scary. I’m not going to go fully no buy but I’m significantly decreasing my spending.

[@gracenevitt]

even a low buy is better than business as usual !

[@dianalombana8059]

Just found your channel & im planning on staring a no-buy August 1st !

[@gracenevitt]

amazing!!!

[@halslibrary]

I can be honest this year I was all for doing the low buy year but I feel like I haven’t actually done it. I know I have though like my main two things was not buying new books which I have only bought 1 otherwise I have gotten them from my library or trying to read the books I already have and not buying coffee out which I haven’t done as good of a job with this but like on the weekends I try to make my own coffee so I don’t have the ergde to get any later in the day

[@einfach.nur.rebecca]

I wanted to do a no buy to save more money for a new car and then my old car broke like 5 times this year so far and it was so expensive…. so now I am kinda depressed because I couldn‘t save extra money so far and started spending my money on other things again also….

[@pompom8030]

Thanks, Grace! ❤ Thinking about starting a No Buy midyear. Scared of setting me up for failure.

[@gracenevitt]

set up a framework to support you, and you'll be fine!! 💗💪🏼

[@pompom8030]

@@gracenevitt thank you :)

[@amylucier]

I will call this video … budgeting for life.

[@lenavonstein9671]

I think we all forget that we have to retire one day and need to save up for this time in our lives. I feel like it's never gonna be enough and I would need to save as much as I can to afford retirement one day

[@gracenevitt]

someone else in the comments mentioned this and it's sooo true

[@roxannemcrae8899]

Love all your videos.. and completely unrelated but we have such similar voice cadences it sounds like I’m listening to myself talk which is trippy at times 😆

[@gracenevitt]

omg that's so wild LOL

[@kimkirksey562]

I'm doing no buy hours....days...weeks...month...4 days into January no purchases...

[@MT-oo3cc]

Better late than never 😌🙏

[@gracenevitt]

exactly!!!!

[@thinthle]

You know you're low spend When the budget you have to operate on already puts your necessary expenses Like medical and groceries in the yellow pause wait before you can spend stage ʘ‿ʘ ( ._. )""

[@DarthAndylus]

HAHA I think I need to start a no buy next month HAHA

[@gracenevitt]

hell yeah!! you got this!!

[@nadja9331]

❤

[@Rollypollyrory]

Books were on my red light list and somehow I talked myself into a few purchases 🫣 It's so hard when you're out with other people and you're like ooo a lil treat✨ Like nooo saving for goals and not accumulating clutter is the treat 😩 But I do have a win in that I reduced how much I spend on groceries 👌Also going to CVS less because I have a habit of being like of well I'm just getting a vitamin and picking up a bunch of other things that I convinced myself I need. ALSO I STOPPED SPOILING OTHER PEOPLE, which was also a bad spending habit but I convinced myself it was worth it because I was helping or making someone happy which is so obviously wrong but I feel like society puts pressure on gift giving being super materialistic