10 purchases I won’t make in 2025
Starting today I’m officially no longer an Amazon prime member! Here’s what else I’ll be doing in 2025 to save money:
1. No Amazon purchases - use CVS discounts, visit local grocery stores, or find items at department stores for a better discount. Minimize unnecessary shopping.
2. No new dog toys unless all are destroyed - keep his toys to a minimum by encouraging my pup to enjoy the toys he currently has
3. No new perfume bottles until I finish all bottles and samples - the hardest one! As much as I would love a new signature scent, I decided to finish what I already have.
4. No new home decor - I’ve collected enough random decor pieces. No more allowed!
5. No new books, journals, or notebooks - I have all of the books I’ll read this year. 😊
6. No streaming services - I’m trying to maintain the mindset of true ownership by not paying to borrow or enjoy online content for a moment. Definitely won’t miss Love Is Blind.
7. No new reusable bottles or pretty cups - I don’t have anymore space lol
8. No new beauty products unless my current bottles are empty - I will minimize the amount of jars and bottles under my sink until I’m only left with the ones I enjoy using regularly.
9. No new clothes unless I donate ten pieces to buy one item - Time to clean my closet! I like taking pieces to the mall and giving them away to people that look around my size.
10. No outside coffees - I can use my keurig for coffee or grab one from the community coffee bar.
These “no buy” rules will help me reach my goals this year. What will you avoid buying this year?
Day 14/365.. done ✅
Jau 💚
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In 2025, many people are choosing to embrace minimalism and mindful spending habits to enhance their finances and well-being. The concept of a "no buy" year is gaining traction as a way to reassess personal consumption patterns. By committing to avoiding certain purchases, individuals can save money and declutter their lives. Common items to avoid include unnecessary streaming services, excess beauty products, and even trendy fashion items that only lead to fleeting satisfaction. Instead, consider reallocating those funds toward savings goals, debt repayment, or experiences that bring true value to your life. The struggle to resist purchasing new items can be challenging, particularly with societal pressures to consume. However, setting clear guidelines, like the ones outlined by Jau, can make this process more manageable: such as deferring new book purchases until current reads are finished or rethinking home decor expenditures. This approach not only enhances financial health but also fosters a mindset of gratitude for what one already possesses. Engaging with local communities through swaps and donations offers creative solutions to the problem of excess, while enriching social connections. As 2025 unfolds, consider what personal 'no buy' rules would resonate with you to promote financial wellness. It’s not merely about cutting costs but about embracing a lifestyle that values sustainability, intention, and shared resources.
The coffee one is the one STRUGGLE with the MOST!!!!