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When you suddenly want to buy something, give up this idea and take a break.
Some people suffer from the so-called shopaholic syndrome. Impulsive purchases bring only short-term joy, but after that comes the realization that all the money was spent on nonsense.
How to stop spending all your savings, says Your Tango.
Not long ago, a study was conducted in which scientists found that self-compassion – a positive attitude towards oneself against the backdrop of failures and a more balanced view of events – can save you from shopaholism and impulsive purchases. It turns out that if a person takes care of his self-esteem, he can gradually give up impulse purchases.
How to stop wasting money on nonsense – 5 tips
Recognize and pay attention to impulsive desires
Learn to track your emotions. If you understand that you want to buy something urgently, try to find a reason. Develop awareness and control your desires. A simple meditation will help: breathe deeply for 30 seconds, rub your hands and calm your impulses.
Develop self-compassion
Be kind to yourself, don’t reproach yourself for mistakes or failures. Feelings of guilt and shame only destroy your self-esteem and lead to impulsive purchases. When you feel the urge to buy something, think about what problem you are trying to overshadow with a new thing.
Examine how you treat your possessions
Analyze whether the things you bought impulsively make you happy a day or a week after going to the store. You will understand that spontaneous purchases bring only short-term pleasure. Challenge yourself and realize that having too many useless things does not make you happier.
Set clear financial rules
Plan a budget and don’t let yourself spend more than what you’re willing to lose on impulse purchases. Set goals, exercise self-discipline and you will see progress.
Practice delayed purchases
When you suddenly want to buy something, give up this idea and take a break. And then you will understand whether you really need this purchase. After a few hours, the impulsive desire will fade away, and awareness will come in its place.
