I BOUGHT NOTHING For One Year, Here Is The Secret (minimalism, simple living)

I did a no buy year several years ago and I have FIVE secrets that will help you if you're looking to do a no buy year for 2024 (or even just a no buy month). Or maybe you just want to learn more? Either way, no buy years come with so many benefits! #declutteringandorganizing #decluttering #nobuy

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[tarynmaria_]

I did a no buy year several years ago and I have FIVE secrets that will help you if you're looking to do a no buy year for 2024 (or even just a no buy month). Or maybe you just want to learn more? Either way, no buy years come with so many benefits! #declutteringandorganizing #decluttering #nobuy

[kotykivna]

My no-buy year ends on August 1, 2024. In fact, I decided to extend it for another year. I agree with absolutely every word in this video. I used to make a lot of impulsive purchases and spend all my money on them. Most of all, I bought books, clothes, hair care products, and more. That's why my main “prohibitions” for this year were books, clothes, hair care products, jewelry, stationery, and lipsticks. Throughout this year, I used only the hair products I already have (and the products I have left now will last me for another 2-3 years), and read the books I bought in previous years. During this year, I donated or threw away or gave away hundreds of books I had read, hundreds of items of clothing, accessories, etc. I also paid off my credit card debt and saved some money. My outlook has completely changed, and I am very happy that I did this challenge. I realized that I feel sorry for spending my money (= my life spent earning it) on junk, and I'm happy when I finally run out of another jar of shampoo or hair mask, or when I manage to find something else to give away or throw away))

[debbiebare]

If you’re a reader, don’t forget your local library!! You can borrow instead of buying those latest releases!!

[mrss]

Thank you so much for this video. I just saved myself a bunch of time and money. I'm starting a new job and was getting ready to go out and buy new clothes for it. I went through all my clothes and found clothing that is perfectly good to wear for my new job.

[jennyjenkins]

I did a use it up challenge throughout 2023. I just have 1 shampoo left and I've been using it as body wash because it dries my hair too much but it's making my skin dry and itchy so I'll just use it to clean the shower, toilet, and sink. I found it most difficult to use up lotions that I didn't like because there's not really any other way to repurpose them. The main thing it taught me was to stick with tried and true products that we like rather than testing new products.

[lizacapeloto]

No waste. Love it. Use what you have. Enjoy it. Then you dont feel lack

[annsalty]

Interesting. I think, unintentionally, I have been in the 'no buy' state for years. I do not impulse buy, ever. And we have no debt. Amazing how that works!

[reneehaynes]

this is your first video ive watched. you are articulate, clear, concise, and encouraging. new subscriber now😘

[cathyholt]

What a good example for your children mama. Especially in our society of 'I want it now-I get it now. I must have 8 bottles of half-used hair products. I will not be buying more until they're gone! I stopped going to the mall & impulse buying when my last teen went to college. I thought it would be painful but it was freeing.
Thank you for your videos. I really enjoy them. Good luck on your personal journey.

[inmagarcia]

You’re totally right! We have so many unused things at home… I won’t need any books. I’ve got a lot waiting on the shelves for me to have time and read them…
Thanks for another great video! ❤

[sandybergeson]

I started 2024 absolutely determined to use up consumables! You totally nailed how I feel about it. I think I can go all year and not buy skincare, hair products, cleaning supplies and definitely makeup! I can’t wait to use this stuff up! I’m also limiting spending in other areas but this was my problem area. It’s so weirdly exciting every time I use something up!

[cynthiaakacyndsmith]

Yes in deed…. I am doing a no buy year…. I am buying a bread knife, I am trying to make a sourdough starter.. My first one flopped…. I am learning.and yes the library, a great resource for many things.

[melissaklouda]

I've been decreasing how much I shop and scrutinize almost all non-essential purchases...where will this go?, how will it endure our lifestyle/two young boys?, what is it made of/how was it made?, etc. I also try to remind myself to shop my house for things like decorations, craft supplies, books, etc. It is such a satisfying feeling to use what we have, buy less, and have more money for important things/experiences. I love your view to make it a challenge...another great tip to use this year!

[elan]

I do no buy months throughout the year, I love it! It is also a wonderful feeling to go into a store and come out empty handed😌

[kimkirksey]

I'm working on a no buy year...I have purchased 2 items already...for a cruise though...so specific and not random...so I congratulate myself...it's kind of hard...but since I'm forced to shop in my closet...I have gotten rid of a few items for Goodwill...so I congratulate myself on baby steps of decluttering...the decluttering is not what I'm actually working on, but its happening through this no buy journey so...I will take the 2 for 1

[sarahfrancescutti]

We're doing a no-buy quarter... It's going great so far! It's nice to have the extra time and fewer things on my to do list like you mentioned! Which was unexpected!

[mindycarson]

I think I am going to try but starting Feb 1st. I go to the mall to walk weekly. I buy nothing 😂. I like the idea and challenge. Thanks

[FrannyFine]

Great video! I will definitely be more mindful of using what I have before buying more.

[ely]

I‘m doing this no buy challenge since I was a child. I’m living in eastern Europe

[lulumallow]

Right now i only buy essentials, im on no buy year, started in july 2024