How I Stopped Wanting To Buy Stuff | Frugal Living Tips

How to stop even wanting to buy things so you can save money stop impulse buying and get out of those bad spending habits.

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[GabeBult]

What's your biggest struggle on your minimalist journey?

[MarkBigley]

I caught myself going “wow, Gabe is kinda beyond this kind of content now.” But then I remembered that not everyone is at the point in progression that he and a lot of his followers are. Good job throwing a beginner video out there again to bring others along that are at the beginning of it all… when they realize something has to change… but what? And how?

[GabeBult]

By the way. That last question I asked myself is will this make me happy or improve my life?

[happiknife]

Loved this. Actually was about to just spend $120 on something I absolutely do not need.

[revondamehovic]

I love the library. It's a great place to go when you have the urge for novelty.

[kiaram]

Whenever I have the urge for a spending spree, I love investing money in the stock market! Investing $1 into an index fund gives me the same dopamine high that buying something I don't need would. Plus I know that $1 is going to grow with time, and it's satisfying to see my account grow over time 😊

[erickvarela]

I love this guy! You have made me think lots on my life! I was a 10 year old hoarder, now I keep what is relevant. Clutter Clowds your mental vision

[zeitgeist]

Nailed it. Those are the best tips for buying things or avoiding it. I use the Amazon wish list and wait to buy things off it for 30 days or more. I update the list before birthday and Christmas and if I still want something I may get it as a gift for myself or friends and family. My buying decision is if I don't have a product and it will significantly improve my life. Or if I have a product will the new product be significantly better/ cheaper and the same quality or the same price but much better. If it doesn't meet those criteria I don't buy it. For consumables I try to find the cheapest item at the cheapest place that meets my needs and use that. If it doesn't work out I go up in price and/or quality and keep dong that until I am satisfied. This may mean the Dollar store, Costco or name brand product from a regular store for toilet paper, cleaning supplies, soap, razors etc... Once I find what works for the value I stick with it.

[pearl_greytea]

Yes! Find a hobby! I used to do retail therapy or spend lots of money eating out. It took me years to really hone in on my minimalism and I’m so glad I did. Being a college student, I realized I could’ve saved sooo much more money if I adopted the habits I have now sooner. But no better time than the present! Thank you so much for your valuable content

[LivingProcess]

Brilliant as always. Money Goals are a great idea.

[Dan_Mark_Auto]

You're climbing to that 500k quickly!!! TESLA TIME

Also, just noticed you are reading the book I'm almost finished with! The act of Creativity!!

[robertmorris]

I'm at a point in my life where I put most of my paycheck into savings and buy very little

[rayphot]

I copied a money mantra from Martin Lewis, a famous UK financial guru. If I'm skint: Do I need it? Can I afford it? If I'm not skint: Will I use it? Is it worth it? If the answer is NO to any of these questions then I don't buy. One big change for me this year has been that I've started using my local library. I realised that most books get read once and that's it; they then get donated or sold off for pennies in the pound. The library even has an app, so if I see an ad for a book I'm interested in, or a youtuber talks about something I may like, I can just reserve the book on my phone. It may take a few weeks to arrive but that's no problem, I'm less impatient as I've got older.

[williammccarthy]

I've seen and heard about this minimalist concept in the past and I truly think it's a viable option that would make me happy to know I'm 😌 removing clutter in my life.

[Madchris]

I would never say that I've been terrible with money. But when I really wanted something I'd buy it without fail. The real pitfall for me wasn't buying big things, but rather buying stupid little things that add up over time. I really have to credit Minority Mindset with changing how I think of money nearly entirely. I'm now far further in the right direction with my money than ever before. Find a good reason to save money (your future, your spouse, your children, whatever gets the cogs spinning). For me its working towards financial freedom

[TGYtco]

Thank you, I really appreciate content like this. It is hard to change lifelong habits, and I need constant reminders!

[FoodTrucksForDummies]

Smart! Everything you mentioned resonates.

[danette]

I love logging onto Sofi on the first of the month to see how much interest I earned! It motivates me to not let that balance decrease 🤑

[rosemaryreynolds]

This is such a universal issue that most people probably don't even realise they do. Thanks for sharing, it helps to know that someone like yourself has struggled with this too.
I am working on this one.

[danielsoya]

My rule is make sure what you have is absolutely fully taken care of and appreciated before looking for more. Build what you need and appreciate it.