Here is an update on my “Shopping Ban” which is turning more into a shopping reduction. I cannot say I have been successful, but I am absolutely more aware of how I am spending my money. I am tracking everything I buy now on an app called “Spending” (free); which has bar charts and pie …
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Need vs. Want
Is it a need or a want; this is a question I now ask myself almost every item I pick up an item in a store. It seems like a simple question, but the human mind can be tricky dickey, especially if you REALLY want something badly. How does one actually determine a need from …
Impulse Shopping
Being a self proclaimed shopaholic, I have been prone to impulse buys, and I come by it naturally. My Mom is a Shopaholic and one of the worst kinds, she doesn’t feel like she has a problem, and she feels she can justify her large bills all summed up into a four letter word SALE! …
Stacking Debt
Just playing with some free apps trying to build my brand! Cream & Sugar is a fun one, and did I mention it is free? Well, free for a very basic package, and honestly not that much more for the full package, but since I am on a shopping ban, free it will be! Slideshare.net …
Shopping Ban Update – Week 3
“Shame… Shame… Shame…”, bet lots of you can guess where I am going with this and holy canolli were the last two episodes of Game of Thrones epic or what?!? Back to reality, I have good news and not so great news. Firstly, I am proud to say I paid off my Visa entirely (happy …
Day 9 – Minimalism Challenge
As I have not been posting consistently, I noticed I missed a day. I have been busily going through all my clothing and belongings seeing what does not “spark joy” in me and it has come to my attention I tend to buy a lot of clothing without being mindful of my current wardrobe and …
Day 10 – Minimalism Challenge
I most likely will be powering through a few days shortly. I am “KonMari-ing” my place and plan to get rid of loads of clutter. The following ten clothing items did not spark joy in me! 1. Lululemon cropped pants 2. Lululemon winter hat 3. A non functional hat which does nothing for my …
Do You KonMari?
Do you KonMari? Your days of having to watch “Hoarders, Buried Alive” for inspiration to clean the house are over. If you are looking to declutter your space and have a more zen like and peaceful environment, look no further as I am pretty sure I have discovered the Bible of tidying. I cannot …
Day 8 – Minimalism Challenge 2016
The challenge continues as more items are discovered which I will never use, therefore they are either being trashed or given away… A bustier I bought for a costume, but never used A pair of earrings A container for cat treats (gift) A cat salt shaker (gift) A cat pepper shaker (gift) An Eos …
Day 7 – Minimalism Challenge 2016
I apologize for the delay on reporting day seven; I am going to continue with this challenge ignoring the fact that more than a couple of days have passed. Clutter doesn’t only have to happen in a physical manifestation, but it can also happen in balancing your work life and social life. Quality time with …
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