Things I’m not going to buy in 2023

Even trying to stay a frugal minimalist, I make mistakes 🙈 In this fun and relaxing video, I share what things/categories I’m not going to buy in 2023 because I bought them in 2022 and regret it.
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Ana(stasia)

[thelmakatherine]

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.

[PaleOpal]

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.

[starrybatfish]

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 YouTube 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!

[annsaeli]

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!✨🌿🕯🌞🕯🌿✨

[jazziechandra]

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.

[gingermcintosh]

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.

❤❤❤

[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!

[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”

[anamorales]

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.

[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.

[uterauch]

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

[a.k.]

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?

[melindap]

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

[Biglake]

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

[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

[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.

[SimplyBeautiful]

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.

[ardethellis]

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. ❤

[joannavanoppen]

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.