How I 'Stopped' Impulse Shopping 💸 my tips & tricks to spend more intentionally

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[traceythompson]

I'm 49. I wish I knew the things I know now at your age. I signed up for my 1st cc in college and bought bought bought bc I had no money for anything besides books, laundry and an occasional trip to McDonald's. I did end up paying it off but it was rough once you get maxed on so many cards. I think it's great your getting this information out there. Even following a budget was foreign to me. I was never taught to save! I am proud to say I carry 0 balance on my cc, have an emergency fund, have sinking funds, a Christmas fund and max out my Roth IRA each year. Just wish I new all this 30 years ago! Oh and congrats on your new home. 🎉

[bobbih]

Carter, this video! I was in my 30s when I realized I often wanted a FEELING or EXPERIENCE when I bought something. Examples....a candle = feeling comfort at home, a new top = feeling put together. Now I try to use the things I already have to achieve the feeling.

[elizabethgraceb]

over the last few months the biggest thing I realized was that my spending is because of my adhd, and it made it so much easier to empathize with myself and use less judgment. I realized i simply cant look at one big number in a checking account and know what amount of that is for what & what needs to be coming out/when, so i got multiple accounts for different needs and started categorizing my daily expenses in cash envelopes. it's literally been life-changing!!! i love the personal finance chats thank u queen xx

[Stephanie-kioz]

I appreciate this video starting on how it will always be a process. Helps to elivate the pressure of being perfect and helps be more realistic .I feel this same way about binge eating. Both are about Being mindful about feelings and not letting them take over when you’re feeling out of control.

[tiffanyrogersfeuer]

My biggest problem with impulse spending is getting "special drinks" like coffees, kombuchas, whatever almost every time that I'm out because I got into the habit of feeling like it enhanced the experience. Or I would see influencers doing it, and it kind of normalized it for me in a weird way. My other thing is spending just to get out of the house if I'm bored or lonely. I'll go get a coffee or walk around Target, just because I want something to do. I can always think of some reason that I need to buy something. Sometimes those reasons are valid, but most of the time I feel like I'm just searching for -something- to buy to justify going to a store. I try to make budgets, track my spending but it lasts for about a week and then I forget that I even had the budget in the first place. If anyone has any advice, I would really appreciate it. This video was helpful too <3

[andreadoletzky]

This was the fast 30 minute sit down video I’ve watched in a long time. I’m working on my saving goals and my unnecessary spending is what is keeping me from reaching them! I love that you mentioned spending money on experiences because those I tend to feel guilty about when they bring me the most joy!

[alnovsy]

This is so timely! I’m attempting to do a 3 month no impulse spend that started on Oct 1. Want to be more intentional with my money for the rest of this year 🤞🏽

[bbbproductions]

I definitely impulse buy because of feeling deprived in childhood. I’m still working on this. 🙄Great video Carter!

[skylarggarner]

This video has come at the perfect timing for me! I always impulse spend around midterms and finals because of the stress of it all.

[classicashley]

As a professional organizer, part of my role with clients is talking through the benefits of being a more conscious consumer. So this video is right up my alley! A lot of great points. One other way to look at the reason we like to shop: naturally we are hunters/gatherers. But we no longer need to hunt for supplies in the wild. So that natural urge is now satisfied by gathering and hunting for the goods in stores. Of course I have zero science to back this up, but it makes sense to me why we get a dopamine hit when shopping.

[Stephanie-kioz]

I feel like there’s also a huge part of it being trust in yourself. Some people don’t like saying «  being imperfect is okay » because they feel they’ll use that as an excuse and go too far. That harsh restriction will keep them from falling down a slippery slope. Once you realize you CAN work within SOME confines. And you WILL say no to yourself, that confidence and trust builds up over time.

[ariiannel]

This video was on my watch list for a month. I finally decided to watch it today and honestly it was so helpful. I overspend a lot to a point where it’s affecting every aspect of my life. You really inspired me to start budgeting and learn how to say no to certain things. I really want to get out of debt so I think I’m gonna try to change my mindset on the things I buy. Thank you so much Carter ❤️

[katiekaboom]

Great video, Carter! I loved all of your tips. Your journey is so relatable. You reminded me of my college years when I could only put $2 of gas in my car at a time.

Hands down the best way for me to not spend money is to avoid temptation. I don't go window shopping. I don't browse shops online. Obviously it's tougher when your kryptonite is groceries, but I second the tip to do grocery pickup if that's something you struggle with.

[onemore]

Thank you for making this! It's made me reflect and realize one of my biggest impulse spend issues is makeup, and it's always when I'm feeling my most insecure. I'm gonna try my best to remember next time I'm anout to spend a bunch of money on makeup that a new blush isn't gonna change my whole face

[KayleighDeRosier]

Might be one of my favorite videos yet. Just started a spending log with my husband on our wall where we have to see it everyday. September was a rough spending month for us, we were very busy! I love these tips!

A lot of time and thought went into this and it shows! Thank you for highlighting so many different aspects of spending. Love so many of these thoughts!

[thatgirly]

This video was great; love these types of videos. A lot of great, detailed tips. 💗

[ThemilyCurran]

Such a valuable video Carter - thank you for this!

[Billy]

I been working on mindfulness to avoid acting on impulses

[abbywebster]

Love, love, love this type of video!! So informative and educational while being realistic. I’m an avid spender and sale shopper, I just can’t say no but am trying so hard to educate myself and improve my habits! Deleted several shopping apps, unfollowed those that I feel influence me. When I find myself shopping on my phone I turn it off and read. When I find myself itching to go to any store to shop I go to the gym.