HOW TO STOP YOURSELF FROM BUYING STUFF THAT YOU DON'T NEED.

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"How to stop yourself from buying stuff that you don't need."


"PAYDAY" sounds magical right?! Well, who can blame you? Days full of stress, deadlines, irritating colleagues, annoying bosses, there are endless reasons to feel so wasted. So what's the most popular reliever? "SHOPPING."

All that sale and big billboards that says 50% off on everything hypnotize us and affects our lives more than we ever know. With just one swipe all your hard earned money goes to stuff that you don't actually need. Its ok, I know the feeling of guilt that you have spent all your money instead of saving it to your bank account. At first glance you will say that this discounted item will make you feel happy, will make you feel contented and also you think that you saved a lot by buying what's on sale. Well, newsflash! You will be saving more if you actually kept it because spending on something that is on sale in't equal to saving. 
So how can you stop this kind of mentality? How can you help yourself from this unconfessed addiction of yours? 
Here's 3 steps to stop it now! 

STEP 1: "ASK YOURSELF: DO I NEED THIS? WILL I BE USING THIS FOR A LONG TIME? 
IS THIS WORTH MY HARD EARNED MONEY? "

YES! You read that right! Ask yourself those 3 essential questions! Are you sure that you wanted to trade all your overtimes and tiring days for just a pair of shoes? An expensive bag? Or a chic wallet? Obviously the answer is "NO". Think about looking at that certain item while worrying how to pay your bills . That few minutes of happiness won't be able to cover up hours and days of headaches who lend money from. IT ISN'T WORTH IT.

STER 2: "THINK ABOUT EMERGENCIES"


Life is full of surprises and sad to say emergencies too. Wether we like it or not we don't have any control of what will happen to us everyday no matter how much we schedule it, that's the beauty of life.
In a very busy environment we all have to take precaution and be ready for any trials life may give us and that includes financial problems. No matter how small your income is always keep a spare amount of money for emergencies. Keep 40% of your earnings if possible and don't touch it. Who knows you may get sick days before your payday and you needed money to go the dooctor and buy medicine for yourself. If you also have children or pets that are uncontrollable, hyper and will have fun anytkme they'll have a chance. They wouldn't mind getting sick or may face some accidents, so always mind your loved ones always and think before spending a dime on something.

STEP 3: "STOP YOURSELF AND CHECK YOUR STUFF FIRST"

I know that you will say "It will take a lot of time!!!". Girls! Guys! It won't take 24 hours to check on what you already have and what you don't. Write everyhing down before going on a sale and never ever let impulsive buying consume you.
First, check your needs or toiletries. Run over to your first aid kit, your toiletries, beauty needs and cleaning materials. Always be practical and buy firstthings you need for good hygiene. Second, plan your meals all through the week, budget your money and find healthy and cheap options. You'll save a lot by eating at home and you can control your diet as well. Lastly, check you wardrobe. If it is still wearable then go wear them and tear them out. Most of those stuff eat up all of your space especially on women. So remember, it isn't a crime to say no to a bag on sale. It is being practical, you don't need to buy 20 different shoes and end up wearing just one for everyday use.

"Some of you might say that you are unable to do any of this but remember we all have to start somewhere . It may take a lot of time, patience and courage to continue  everything that you had started. SEE YOU ON MY NEXT BLOG!"

"YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE BY IMAGINATION AND HARDWORK"




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  1. It really takes courage to stop yourself from shopping. What I do is that after a stressful week, I reward myself by eating my favorite food which is burger. Ha ha.I Divert from shopping to eating. What do you think Bernadette? You think my decision was wise?

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    1. Hopefully your expense on food isn't the same amount when you shop! 😂😂😂 💖💖💖💖

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