As some of you may know, I have been trying to embrace a more minimalistic lifestyle. I am a former hoarder who has a difficult time getting rid of stuff. I peaked in 2011 after getting super into fashion the year before when I lived overseas. European bloggers were what I was following at the time. And although I have done terribly this 'No Buy Year', I still try to do my best, even if I sometimes fall into old/bad habits.
I'm not here to shame anybody for their spending habits but I have seen the benefits of owning less. But just because it works for me, doesn't mean it will for others. Everyone has to make their own decisions, because even if you get rid of everything you own, you'll end up replacing it all if you don't make that mental shift also.
Something I recently discovered was the Deliberation Station Combo Kit (which also comes free in the Bye-Bye Impulse Buys Comprehensive Guide) by Abigail Roe aka Downsize Upgrade. Answering the fourteen questions above has really helped me make smarter decisions when it comes to my spending. It's been a breakthrough*
It's taken me 9 months to get here - but SPOILER, I've done well this month in my 'No Buy Year' challenge, and I hope that momentum continues into the end of the year.
*She has a heap of other tips on her insta too!
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