Buy Less, Create More. 15 TIPS FOR CLEANING, ORGANIZING, FRUGAL LIVING, SAVING MONEY: TIP #7

Go old school

Buy from stores; not online.

Online shopping is way too easy and convenient.

Things catch our eyes at a rapid pace.

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At the height of the pandemic; my online spending was WILD. My Amazon card alone had a $600 to $800 payment due each month. I would be doom-scrolling on Amazon for “fun”.

Fun fact; in the year of 2023.. I made eight online purchases. I bought a battery, chicken bullion, and resorted to Amazon for a few Christmas gifts.

By shopping in a brick and mortar store; you’re physically present.

It’s not a passive way of spending. Walking, interacting, looking, touching, feeling.

Even smelling!

I feel that I can make better decisions with a hands-on approach.