It’s
very common to combine addiction with abuse of harmful substances such as
alcohol, drugs or cigarettes. Due to this it may seem that addiction always has
to have bad infuence on our health, but actually it’s not true. In fact doing
the shopping can become an addiction too and very often little do people
realize that.
This video will introduce you to the subject more
specifically:
1. Do you
buy on impulse? How often do things you’ve bought prove to be entirely
unnecessery?
2. Can you
resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse,
T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
3. Do you
know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on
shopping?
Comments
2. Yes, I can. I don’t mind using the same clothes for years, if their quality is good and they still look properly. Having something new for example the newest smartphone is indeed a lot of fun, but in most cases, it doesn’t justify spending so much money which could be useful later. All depends on someone’s earnings and individual definition of “cheap” and “expensive”.
3. I think that it is good to define for example a monthly cap. In other words – to create remorse if that amount is exceeded. Thinking about long term plans could also be useful, for example about buying own house.
I'm strange because I go to the store very rarely when I really need to buy something. Usually, I buy what I need and sometimes something else. I almost always need what I buy: D
Only once I bought a bluetooth headset and did not use it :(
I don't have to buy anything new. I can enjoy what I have and I feel good about it.
A good trick to reduce expenses is to pay in cash, not a card. Then spending money hurts more.
I definitly do not like topic of shoppings.
2. As I answered in question two, I buy things only when I need them. I don't have such temptations that I have to buyt that thing but it's completly unnecessary for me.
3. Well, try to pay in cash. When you have your money in hands, it's harder to spend it. For me it's much easier to pay by card instead of cash because I don't see my balance in this time.
I can resist and i don't have urge to buy new things. I enjoy buying new things and sometimes i go to buy something new just to improve my mood but like i said - it is bought consciously and with purpose.
I've never thought about it but i guess setting your limits in advance are good idea.
No, I never buy impulsively. Each of my purchases is very carefully thought out and most often planned long ago. I only buy things I really need, I don't buy anything for future use, or when there is a possibility that I will need something or not.
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff?
Well, sometimes it's a problem, despite the fact that I'm usually calm and try to avoid this kind of situation, but sometimes I just have to get something because I like it very much or when I know it's a limited opportunity and it will never happen again. This situation often happens to me, for example, in League of Legends, when new skins come out for my favorite champions - I may not play them too often or at all at a given moment, but I will buy additional looks anyway, because I like them.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
The examination of conscience is surely useful. You really need to think carefully about whether you really need new clothes or anything. Other than that, I have no idea. Personally, I have no problems with spending too much money, I'm reasonable, so I don't know any tricks to not spend it.
I usually do not buy something that is later not used by me. I used to do it when I was younger but I've learned my lesson and now I consider and do research before buying something that is more expensive.
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
Yes, unless I desperately need something for some occasion.
Usually whenever i find something I'd like to buy I truck it's price online and buy whenever there is a promotion or a discount in the shop.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
I think it's good idea to track how much you are spending and have a limit for your spendings. You could even apply some notification from bank whenever you are close to your set limit.
Every person sometimes buys something on impulse. Rather, most of the things I buy I need. Often, before I buy something I wonder a few days. In addition, you can easily return your purchased goods today. I guess most often on impulse I buy sweets, which I eat right away, so I can't even return them.
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example a new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
Yes of course. I only buy when I really need it: D. I prefer to save money on a nice holiday or weekend trip than to buy another blouse.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
My way of spending money is to have two bank accounts. I get paid for one thing and spend it on a daily basis. The second is only to save. I don't even have a card for it. Immediately after withdrawal, I transfer money to the second account, of course, I leave myself the "life" part. Just when I run out of money it does not seem :).
In my opinion it's great solution to have to different bank accounts, I think I'll open savings account anytime soon.
If you have clear purposes in your life it's easier to save money, instead of spending it on unnecessary things.
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2. Yes I can, it's nothing hard. It's like NOT doing something and NOT doing something is an "activity" which most people looove doing.
3. At the beginning of the month prepare a spreadsheet where You write down all of Your expences for a month, than check how much do You have left and save it instead of spending it on useless things. After You trasfer intended amount of money to Your sub-account in the bank then You are good to go and if You can't resist a "temptation" than ask Your sister or parents to keep Your money from You on their own sub-accounts.
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I think I share your view, balance in everything, also in budgeting is a key factor to be happy and satisfied with your life. You can do almost everything, if you remember to do it in moderation:)
Anyway thanks for your comment!
I don't need to buy new things and I can do without them. I don't need brand-name, expensive or new things, my purchases are thoughtful and based on my needs.
Unfortunately, I don't know any tricks that allow you to spend less money, because I've never had a problem with it. I've always been a frugal person. In my opinion, if I want to save money, it's worthwhile to set goals for ourselves, because then it's easier for us to keep up with the decision. I hear it's also a good way to transfer to a savings account.
1. I usually do not buy unnecessary things and definitely when they are expensive. I can rather hold myself, while shopping.
2. I rather can hold myself in that cases. However buying some new and nice clothes is not a waste of money to me unless you've got too many.
3. Sure. Just check you account balance. It works everytime for me.
1. I don’t think I have the tendency to buy things on impulse. My father has always taught my siblings and me to spend money only on the things that we need or highly desire, but never without thinking about it first. Of course, some of the stuff I buy turn out to be unnecessary or I don’t use them as often as I thought I would, but sometimes life changes so fast it’s hard to predict what will we need the next day.
2. Yes, I think I can. I don’t like to spend money when I don’t need or have to. I prefer to save it for later and thanks to that buy something that has better quality or can turn out completely unnecessary to buy in the first place
3. I think a good way is to simply make a list and buying only the stuff included on it. Or maybe shopping online, to see how much money would we precisely spend if we wanted to buy everything that was added to the cart by us?
I'm not the person that falls into a shopping spree. I only buy when I need something. I don't usually like shopping and I would rather go shopping on the Internet.
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
I am some kind of a "promotion hunter" but to the reasonable level. For instance I have friends who are ready to travel many kilometers to get their unique opportunity for the product that they need, which is much cheaper there.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
Always go shopping with the list and stick to it consistently. Even if you find products at attractive prices in the store, but they are not on your list - do not buy them.
No, I don’t buy on impulse, I am indecisive person, so I usually ponder few days before I buy something and about second part of the question… well very rarely.
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
Yes, I can! I usually don't have this kind of temptation.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
I don't know any such tricks. Maybe you need someone who will control your money or invest them in something. If you don’t have any money you won’t spend it.
I am often fascinated by store shelves, but I cannot say that I am able to buy an item impulsively (well, maybe something as a gift). Usually, before buying, I weigh all the pros and cons of this purchase. But as all rules have exception, so I also can buy some trash from time to time. But this happens very rarely, so I'm not too concerned about it.
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
sometimes yes, sometimes no. It all depends on the object you want. I usually walk with the thought of buying something for a few days and if that thought doesn't go away - I buy it and if I forget, so ...
3. Do you know any tricks that help you cope with spending too much money on shopping?
Put a limit on your bank card. Or as I wrote above, just stay for a few days thinking about the need for this purchase. And in the end, it seems to me that there are doctors who treat shopaholism.
2. Of course I can resist the urge to have something new. I don't buy unnecessary things.
3. I don't know the tricks that help me deal with and spend too much money on shopping. I think that thinking well and analyze certain things is a good solution for that.
2. Speaking of buying something for the sake of buying, I don’t have such temptation. In case of clothes, I just wear mine until they turn to ashes. That’s when I understand it’s time for shopping.
3. Of course – get a hobby or just anything that gets your attention and can give you some emotions. But I can’t be the one to advise anything on that topic – I have never liked shopping to begin with.
No, I never buy things spontaneously, at least those that cost more than 20 bucks. If I buy a phone or laptop, I always carefully choose and compare with others and also read a lot of reviews. And these things always serve me for a long time.
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
Easy, I prefer quality to quantity, if I buy a thing, I buy a good and use it until it gets worn out but not until I see a new one better. I don’t like "show off" and "flash", when I buy a phone, I use it for several years until it breaks and I absolutely do not care how many cameras it has and what logo it has and even more so what phones do other people have.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
Yes I do, be a normal and do not show off.
No I don’t. I always plan what I need to buy and how much I want to spend. I think it’s better to do so, so I don’t end up with something unnecessary or too expensive. However it’s hard sometimes not to be tempted by a new product that I’ve never seen before or haven’t thought about buying.
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff.
I think I can resist the temptation of buying something new. I only go shopping when I really need something, for example when I run out of a product, so I don’t spend too much money. It’s also better for the environment when we don’t consume and produce more than we actually need.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
A good strategy is to have a clear list of what to buy and give yourself a budget. People tend to spend more money and make an impulse buy when they’re happy or had some kind of a success. So it’s good to go shopping when we’re not in the best mood. Maybe also take someone with you who is very responsible and will control your actions.
2. When it comes to clothes I have no problem to resist the tempation, because I don't pay attention on clothes. In my opinion they should be comfortable and neat. I could say that sometimes I have problem to resist the tempation of having new mobile phone, laptop or motor. I'm intresting in technology and motorization so it may be the reason why I want to buy something new again and again.
3. Making shopping list is the best solutions to save money. Moreover before I buy something I check the price on the Internet, sometimes I manage to buy something cheaper.
2. In most situations I am rather able to deal with it. It is known that there are exceptions to the rule, but I do not usually succumb to temptation.
3. I believe that everything depends on the person. Some people are just predisposed to spend money senselessly. Maybe it would be a good idea for people who can't control themselves to set a monthly spend limit.
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2. Yes, I don't have a problem with it and I only buy what I need.
3. I set a goal and strive for it without spending the necessary things on it.
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Thanks for sharing you opinion Piotr!
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2. I don't have this kind of temptations very often. Mostly because I truly hate shopping. I hate walking for hours in shopping centers full of people, annoying music and all the ambient noises in there. Regarding for example clothes or electronic equipment i buy it only when i need it.
3. I can't really think of anything except for avoiding shops and shopping centers. Or just withdraw only the amount of money from the account you can spend and carry only it with you to avoid temptation.
You can also accumulate money you need for certain monthly expenses (like rent, bills) so you would know how many you can actually spend on randome stuff.
2. Well, clothes are not an issue for me. I have quite a lot of clothes but they are mostly my mother's old clothes that I found adorable and unique. When I have to buy some more clothes it is a pain for me to go to the mall, however, I'm usually happy with what I bring back home. What is tempting for me are gadgets. I would love this new computer mouse that I saw in the magazine, but I won't get it before mine breaks. I think I'm a responsible shopper.
3. As I mentioned before, it is not a big issue for me, but I guess it is best to have some larger goal, such as a trip to a tropical island. Just have this in mind and you will prioritise when shopping.
2. Of course, sometimes I want something new. But often, I just look at the price tag and walk out of the store. I like to buy things that will last me a long time, so I rarely need to buy something new.
3. I know it's better to use real money than a credit card for shopping. Because paying with a credit card, you don't realize how much you've already spent. But if you pay with a credit card, it is better to have a daily limit then you won't be able to spend more. Or is it better to ask yourself "Do I need this?" And if you have doubts, it is better not to buy it. My grandmother says, "Don't buy something you can do without."
2. Yes, it is not a problem for me at all.
3. Yes, just not visit places like shopping malls and concentrate on the things you really need.
2. I think there is nothing wrong with buying new things, shirt blouses or other accessories. That is why we live and work to buy something new from time to time. The most important thing is to be able to be moderate.
3. I think that a good way would be to set yourself a monthly limit of money that we spend on pleasure, or if someone can not stop, just do not go shopping and disconnect the internet so as not to tempt fate.
2. I don't tend to buy everything I want. I always plan my budget, and if this purchase will affect my budget too much, I will never buy that thing.
3. I don't know any tricks. I don't use any tricks, and I can't remember the situation in which I bought something completely unnecessary. I always painstakingly choose what to buy, and it always well though decisions. So I don't know what advice will be useful.
2)Yes, I can. As long as you can keep your money goals in mind, it makes this choice much easier.
3)It depends on what is the source of your problems is. If you are bad with planning and budgeting, there is a fair amount of budgeting apps on the internet. If it is a problem of willpower, then you have to start training it, the trick here is to start doing some small things that benefit you, or stop doing the things that harm you on a daily basis. You start from something very simple, as brushing your teeth every morning (assuming you are not doing it already) and slowly increase the number of things you are controlling in your life. At some point, you will become so good at tackling this kind of issues, that spending habits will naturally become just another little flaw of your character that you are able to fix with just a little bit of effort. At least it is the way I dealt with most of the mine issues of a similar kind.
Pretty much never. I think that I am really good at keeping myself from buying unnecessary things. When I buy something I try to always look for a best offer and I ask myself if I even need such thing. Of course sometimes it happens that I buy something silly, but who doesn’t?
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
It depends from the price. If it is cheap I probably will buy it but if it is expensive I really have to need that thing to consider buying it. For example buying new shoes for 200 PLN might come as a impulse, but buying shoes for 700 PLN would have to be really seriously considered and probably wouldn’t happen in the end.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
I myself don’t really need such tricks but when I do I try to count in my head how much time did I need to earn that money in the first place. When it was fast – I buy, when it wasn’t – I don’t. Simple as that.
I do not have the need to have new things but if I can afford them I prefer to buy new ones than used ones. The easiest trick is going shopping after lunch.
No I do not. Rarely I make shoping but if I make, I just buy things that are abosuletly necesarry.
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
Yes, It was never problem for me. I rather spend money on others things that are not neceseryy.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping? y
Yes there are some tricks. First of them is that You always take some small amount of money while shopping so you won't spend huge amount of money on things you want to buy!
Sometimes I buy on impulse but it's really rare. In my case buying on impulse is buying the same day I saw something, not that I just saw it and instantly bought. I always think for a long time before buying and near always search the internet for opinions and reviews. I also try to find a shop which offers the best terms and price.
I think I've never bought anything that would be entirely unnecessary and useless. Maybe when I was a kid and I was convincint my parents to buy me another ball from the vending machine with rubber balls :-)
2. Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff.
Yes, I can definitely resist that temptation. It's always hard, but my rationality and cold calculations always win. I won't buy something when I'm not sure that I need it.
3. Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
I don't know any specific tricks, I just have a strong will. I like shopping and I often go to shops with my girlfriend just to spend time, as an entertainment. And I can manage to not buy everything.
Actually I do. If I’m on a budget, I can control my money very well. I have quite a lot of clothes and beauty products, and I love buying new ones, but only if I have some “free” money to spend. There are more important things in life. Food and bills, for example :)
Usually I have some high-level plan for my money, I have the part I should spend on some monthly payments, like rent, insurance etc, part for food and other staff for home and part for entertainment and little guilty pleasures :) This way I can control how much money I spend on everything.
Of course I did as most. We are living in the era of corporations, best marketers know how to convince you that you need this thing, even if it’s not, and everyone is happy because they sold shit, and you because you bought this shit which is “really” necessary.
Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff
I can avoid shopping malls. If I see something I really like I can afford I would buy it, even if it unnecessary shit.
Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
Planning your budget for each month can help to avoid unnecessary purchase, I believe.
2. Yes. I am not that kind of a person that needs to have a newest smartphone etc. If I buy something I don't really need is usually because I see it and I really really like it. Not because it is the newest thing on market.
3. I think that setting a limit for yourself on how much you can spend during a month is a good idea. Thanks to that even if you like shopping things won't get out of hand too quickly.
No, I don`t. I`m buying things that I really need. I`m asking myself several times before buying:” Do I really need this?”. That is the way, how I deal with such situations.
2) Can you resist the temptation of having something new? Like for example new blouse, T-shirt, some cosmetics or any other stuff.
Of course, I can. Because I have another addiction. This kind of temptation can be easily resisted by me). Like I said above, it will be enough to ask yourself about the necessity of that “object”. And logic of the answers you`ll receive. If they will be quite logical, it means that you really need that.
3) Do you know any tricks, which help to cope with and combat spending too much money on shopping?
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