False Beliefs That Make You Keep Shopping (Minimalism Tips)

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Let's share some more minimalism tips today! In this video, we discuss why we buy more stuff than we need. Because why we buy is just as important as what we buy. If you want to know how to stop shopping (so much), or how to shop like a minimalist, or you'd like some motivation during your low buy or no buy challenge, or just simply buy less or how to stop impulse buying, this video is for you! Retail therapy and emotional spending can be tricky habits to break. So I hope this video will give you some helpful insights.
In making this video, of course I'm not saying that shopping is bad or that you shouldn't ever shop again. Everyone buys some new things every now and then. Even minimalists go shopping. So this video focuses on shopping more than you'd like to. So that you can be more mindful and intentional about how you want to spend your money and resources from now on. Enjoy!
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🌼 Vera
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@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! What are your shopping rules? P.S. Feel free to check out Skillshare and get a 1-month free trial: skl.sh/simplehappyzen01221

@honeybee7768 2 жыл бұрын

I have two shopping rules: 1- go in with a list- if it's not on the list, I can't get it on that day. I must leave the store without the extra item. This forces me to think ahead before I go into a store. 2- wait 24 hours. If I am still thinking of the item and I have the money and space for it, then I can go get it. This method really cuts down on impulse buying, ensures I stay on budget, and keeps me from buying duplicates.. :). I do sometimes go back a few days later, but it is a conscious, intentional purchase then.

@renee7567 2 жыл бұрын

I take pictures of everything that I like, (that I don't need, but just want it) and walk away. I think about it 24 hours before I act on it. 99% of the time I never go back to look at the picture or get the item. I am especially drawn towards artsy items, and unless I can put it to use that day, I won't buy it; just taking a picture.

@cristinam.1764 2 жыл бұрын

In my homeland Mexico, there is a saying: women always want more clothes and less kilos (weight) and I think that is truly a mindset that we have to change, to accept who we are and stop looking things to fix the way we feel about ourselves. Great video Vera, I really enjoy listening to you and learning, have a wonderful Sunday, love and peace to you

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, love what you said! Thanks Cristina, have a nice day today!

@GSoFyne 2 жыл бұрын

I’m on a “no spend” year and it’s been much more challenging than I thought. I certainly have lots of products and items to make it through the year already. I’m surprised at my habits. I have tons of hair and skin care products and I have to on purpose stop myself from buying more. I’m committed to examining all parts of me over the course of the year.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome, good luck with the final weeks of your no spend year! :)

@barbarasylvain5060 2 жыл бұрын

"The good deal" is my battle cry for shopping and purchasing. Even a top from the thrift store for $2 is a bad deal if I don't really need, like, or look good in it. I've spent that $2 or $10 or more on clearance and sale items a hundred times. It's amazing how those single purchases add up to hundreds of dollars.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

It really does add up :) Sales can be nice if it is something you were going to buy anyway (like your standard brand of toothpaste or something like that), but you're not saving anything if you didn't need the item in the first place :)

@gabiboschetti2590 2 жыл бұрын

hahah you saying "I think shopping is fun... unless is crowded...or hot...or I'm feeling tired" fully represents me 😁😅

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

😄

@rosywilson3076 2 жыл бұрын

… or noisy, or I’m hungry… And they never have what I want! 🤣

@johnlovesbridge 2 жыл бұрын

You do not need as many clothes as you think. I find folding and storing clothes a pain. There's something about getting rid of clothing that's emotionally difficult. Best not to get it in the first place.

@sibelajtai8312 2 жыл бұрын

It’s interesting that as I have gotten older and wiser and started to live more mindfully, almost everything which is not food feels more and more overpriced. It’s not really about the price, however. I simply feel that the item does not carry enough value for me to be worth paying for to add to my life.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Love that :)

@meganr3565 2 жыл бұрын

Omg you said crowded, tired and hot and those were my exact emotions at Hobby Lobby today. Huge lines and tons of people i left and now home watching KZfaq and playing with my dog.

@christined2495 2 жыл бұрын

Meagan R, that was me yesterday at Hobby Lobby it was soooo HOT, CROWDED, and all of a sudden it all looked a bunch of junk… the lines were crazy too…I went home and made a cafe latte.. 😂

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

😄😂👍🏻

@chrisoulalakkas7935 2 жыл бұрын

Psychology says, reading good books, working out daily, and meditation are the three habits that lead to an energetic and peaceful lifestyle.

@eliseblog3690 2 жыл бұрын

The first one is very true for me, I buy clothes when I’m not feeling good, thinking « if I buy this, I will finally be the classy and feminine woman that I imagine ». It’s good to have a reminder that its not going to work. I should tell myself that I already am classy and feminine when I want to buy and new item, and see if I still want it. Thanks for your videos, I enjoy them every time 😊

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

So happy you enjoyed the video, thanks for sharing your thoughts Elise! :)

@Loulette-ed7pv 2 жыл бұрын

Decluttering was really rewarding at first, I could even say exciting, progress was huge in a small amount of time… Now it becomes a little bit harder because I don’t see so much stuff going out of the home and it takes more time and sometimes decision making is more difficult (it’s easier to declutter tee shirts than to declutter a cooking chef)... But how freeing is the process !!! Thanks for your precious advices !!!

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experiences! :) I agree that it's not always easy, and it's a process :) But I'm happy you're enjoying the results! :)

@renee7567 2 жыл бұрын

It is so refreshing to hear honest, heartfelt, and thoughtful information from Vera. It takes a brave and skillful person to dive deep in subjects and make it very simple to understand. Always grateful for insights.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Renee for your kind words! :) I appreciate it. Take care and have a nice day today!

@pmaynard10 2 жыл бұрын

thank you! black friday deals make me feel like i need more money to buy stuff i dont need, but it's true places always have sales

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly :)

@CrisTryingToBeProductive 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a lot this year and last one, from makeup to crafting stuff. I bought a few cloth items and I did a desktop make over. Do I regret purchasing those things? No, I usually don't buy like this, the last couple of years have been hard but they allowed me to explore my artistic and creative sides. Looking forward to 2022 I don't have any purchases planned, this year I realized that I'm able to differentiate when buying something has purpose and when is mindless.

@JasmineBrownOttawa 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I really like your calm, quiet approach to sharing tips and strategies. My favourite rule for shopping is to wait. Maybe a day for a medium sized purchase, or wait longer for a large purchase. If after a day or a week, if I determine that I really need something, they I buy it. Most times I find out that I don't really need to buy the item in the first place :)

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Jasmine, that's a great strategy! :)

@laurapicchiolechi4203 2 жыл бұрын

In the last five years I received many clothes from my extended family; they rarely match with the clothes I already had, so I always bought something to match. I never used all of that clothes, included the ones I choose. Since I started decluttering my wardrobe, I know what I like to wear. Now if I buy something, is something I truly like and wear at least three time a week!

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Laura, happy to hear you're enjoying your decluttered wardrobe! :)

@laurapicchiolechi4203 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleHappyZen thank you Vera! Have a nice day

@honeybee7768 2 жыл бұрын

I used to have two pets and spent a lot of time vacuuming, so my ex bought a "Roomba". I found myself sitting on the sofa watching the thing for an hour, placing bets on when it would get the big dustbunny! Lol. Seriously though, it was an expensive purchase and cleaning it out took awhile, not to mention it could get caught on cords and shut off. Not worth it for me, but we did enjoy the break for awhile.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha watching when it will get to the big dustbunny, that's probably something I would do :D Or hiding one or two little grains of rice and seeing if it discovers them haha

@jessicahoyt5546 2 жыл бұрын

The Good Deal Mindset hits me a lot

@bhsprinkle 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking us behind the reasons we purchase things we don't need. I tend to buy things that I need only. Just because I can't afford to get anything I'm not going to use. I don't know if I'd spend money in any other way if I did have money.

@nnicollan 2 жыл бұрын

Its annoying when cosmetics or other stuff doesnt work for you and you have to gift/give/throw it away.. At some point you know what products work for you (at least for some time) and you hope they dont get discontinued. Theres almost inevitably a period of experimentation when youre inplementing the knowledge youve gained about skin care for example.. Im glad mine is largely over 😅

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, there's some value in experimentation when it comes to these things, but now that I know which products work for me, it makes everything a lot easier :)

@cathylynnpietranton 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Vera There is a saying once you know better you do better. So now that I'm older and wiser I buy things I really need. Once awhile I may buy something that's not necessary.Thanks for the video.❤

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Love that! Thanks for sharing Cathy, have an awesome day today!

@richardeidemiller6739 2 жыл бұрын

Never go shopping hungry, depressed, or bored. Its a recipe for disaster.Vicki

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha true :) Thanks Vicki

@noellabezzle3044 2 жыл бұрын

Very true. I used to go shopping to deal with crises and depression. It never made me feel better and would only distract me for the moment. After I got home with my stuff I'd feel worse actually... guilty and with less money.

@kimberlyroche7113 2 жыл бұрын

I find what you said about emotional insecurity true for me. If I push myself to go out to the store after work to pick up an essential item and I start feeling a lot of emotions I try to practice HALT which means if im hungry angry lonely or tired I hit the pause button put everything back except what i needed and go home. If its important to me I go back but 99 percent of the time its not needed. I also try not to shop online if im overly tired I wait until im rested. I also try to think about the item in terms of money vs momentary pleasure. I ask myself do I see myself wearing or using this often or is it only an ok item? I will sit with that until i have the answer. For example i have chickens and I love them. I often buy clothes that are funny and chicken themed related. I ask myself when looking at the item do they have my size? Do they have a color I like to wear? Do i really see myself wearing it with what it says on it or do I just find it funny? Often I may just need to share the picture with others have a laugh and end up not even wanting to purchase it. I also like what you said about finding new hobbies to do if im bored its a lot easier to scroll online and start seeing items I want to buy. I'm trying to break myself of this habit. Even if i want to do something and dont know what I get up go outside or even start a load of laundry that usually helps and I can refocus and it motivates me to do another activity

@yuiwilliams5125 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vera! Thank you for another great video! I recently realized that most of my clothes have patterns or logo on them which can make it harder to mix and match when deciding the outfit. I don’t mind to repeat the same outfits because if I see a person wearing the same outfit over and over, that means to me that this person really loves this outfit! But when I try to mix and match the clothes, it’s been very hard thus I say the famous phrase of “I don’t have any clothes!” even though that’s not true 😂 I looked at my closet and saw ZERO plain white or black t-shirts/long sleeve shirts and no plain sweats/hoodies. I also love gray colors, but most of my favorite items are gray as well as two of my winter jackets (light and heavy).. 🙄 So I recently made a policy for myself (not forever but for now) 1. No more buying gray color clothes even if they are cute and comfortable 2. No more buying patterns even if I found them very cute. I also know myself that I won’t enjoy wearing items that are not comfortable so my another policy is to only buy clothes that are 100% comfortable (no more saying “but” or excuses because of the design/looks, etc). Plus I have been not purchasing items impulsively by giving myself a wait time which has been working great so far! I say all these because you really helped me to become a better consumer. Thank you✨

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and experiences Yui! These sound like very sensible policies for shopping mindfully :) Take care and have a great week!

@ablueslenz 2 жыл бұрын

Great reminders, Vera, as I sit here looking at my donate pile from my recent decluttering. I can’t help but think about the wasted money.😖 But I don’t shop as therapy anymore thankfully.☺️

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Teresa! Yes decluttering can be painful, because we're confronted with the not-so-great choices we've made in the past :) But in my experience, it's always worth it in the end haha. :) Take care and have an awesome day!

@cherylkeller5181 2 жыл бұрын

Good advice 🙂 I bought a tee shirt at a bike shop on cycling trip and I never wear it, not even for pajamas.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cheryl! :) Haha yes that sounds like something I might do occassionally too. Especially when the memory is special, and you want something to remember it by.

@cheshirecat200302 2 жыл бұрын

A timely video Vera! Especially with the pandemic and people being stuck at home, buying online can be deceivingly therapeutic, what with the 11.11, Black Friday and other flash sales. One method that I use to curb my buying urges is to write down the items that I would like to buy, and then revisit them at a later point in time-very often, I end up crossing out a lot of items. I'd like to think of this as my cool down approach. 😏

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a great strategy! :)

@s.kirner7765 2 жыл бұрын

When shopping I try to think about my grandma. She always said jokingly: "If I have oder don't have this thing, I'll still be the same idiot as before".

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha I like that one 😄 Going to remember it

@chrstopherblighton-sande2981 2 жыл бұрын

Really helpful video; it's so useful to see reasons for why we buy things laid out like that. I could relate to several, but I would say I was more often motivated by a mix of numbers 2 and 8. For me however it wasn't about external approval but more about an inner sense of image/identity. I felt if I buy this or that thing I will feel more like the type of person I want to be, which I guess was in part motivated by feelings of insecurity. This was even present when I became a minimalist and started to declutter. I found myself buying things or replacing recently decultured things with items that felt more minimalist as a way to reinforce the growing sense of myself as a minimalist. The contradiction makes me smile now. :-)

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing, I think that many people can relate to that experience when they first start out with minimalism :) It's a funny irony :)

@katg8773 2 жыл бұрын

I did a big declutter last year, and then a no spend. I made one of the mistakes you mentioned i over decluttered, had to go to low buy as was missing things i had given away. Starting February i am going to try a no buy for 4 months.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Kat and wishing you all the best with your no buy goasl!

@adventurepantsmcgee 2 жыл бұрын

Love these tips! I also make sure that I'm using my clothes that I've bought. I have a different coloured hanger to separate the clothes that I've used since the previous November. November is the month I've arbitrarily selected to go through my clothes. I'll go through them every November and, if I've not used those clothes, I'll donate them. That way I'm not holding on to something that I know I've not been using, and maybe they'll find a good home where they'll be used more. It's good to see what I've not used because it helps me realise that I don't need more because I have clothes that I'm not even using still!

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a great strategy! :) Thanks for sharing!

@lidiane3291 2 жыл бұрын

The topic of this conversation is perfect for this time of the year, when ppl spend what they don’t have bc of “Black Friday” & “Christmas gifts”. In my country, I see hundreds of people spending their savings online & in local stores. It’s sad to see that they don’t think about the months to come… Also, it’s summer here, so ppl buy more & more. In January, they don’t have any money at all. This mindset is sad & sick. Thank u so much Vera, for this conversation, bc sometimes I feel like I’m an alien, bc I don’t buy like them. Wish u the best always ❤️🌸🌺

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Lidiane, happy you enjoyed the vid! :)

@goodenoughgirl8102 2 жыл бұрын

I think I’m more of a sucker for a good deal but back in my couponing days I def learned that there’s not much that you can’t get a good deal on if you wait for the next sale/deal/offerings. I also learned the diff between my “keepers” and fave items vs what I could get for super cheap or free. I think I was getting dopamine hits or something from just how much I could get for next to nothing. Lol. I don’t even think I wanted the stuff as much as I wanted to go have fun working all those “deals.” I also was pretty bad about thinking the next magical cleaning gadget was going to suddenly make chores fun or a breeze or motivate me to actually clean. I also would just “go on hunts” at the thrift store for fun and to just get out of the house. I still very much enjoy that as “me time” Bcuz I just love “the hunt.” I really don’t know tho if that’s so bad. If I pay $3 for a shirt and I wear it a few times, I already got my money’s worth and I also don’t mind putting it back in my donate pile. Bcuz sure. I could go hiking or something else for fun but I bet I’d spend more on proper shoes or gear or equipment than I would on a thrift store hunt. I’m still trying to work that out tho as I feel like it’s far better than doing such things at full new retail prices. And I def question myself a lot more when I go about whether I’ll really use the item or not. And then I just don’t go quite as much as I used to either. If it’s not clothes, I think a bit more before i buy about things like if it’s REALLY useful or where its new home will be. I think the driver behind all that is prob thinking I’m gonna get too bored and stale if I don’t change it up every so often. I also have a lot of curiosity about what’s even “out there.” So it might be more like FOMO or such for me. But I’ve always loved a good puzzle so to me it’s rather fun and a kind of exploratory thing, such as digging for buried treasures or solving this mystery of “what’s in that bag” or “what came down the pike” at the thrift store lately.

@lynby2108 2 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t matter how many clothes I had I would only wear the same stuff all the time. I decluttered my clothes after watching a previous video of yours and now I have about 25 items and it’s been liberating. Can I ask are you going to do a new bujo video this year.:)

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lynby! So happy you're enjoying your new wardrobe like that! :) About the bujo... I'm still not sure if I'll make a new video. I'm considering using the same setup myself as my previous one. :)

@pigletsbank437 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vera less is way more! Minimalism and frugality makes you focus on what truly matters to you, and that makes life so much easier and better. Costs way less of your time, energie and money. So there is more to enjoy what you have or really want. Have a good week and take care❤️

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Well said! 🤗 Have a great weekend, luckily it's mostly dry today :)

@JediBunny 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, Vera 🪶 Your beautiful work and insight has helped myself and my partner so much 💞 We love starting our day with your videos on our weekends - so refreshing and inspiring to live a more simple, happy, Zen life. Thank you so much for all you do - it is truly beautiful 🌊🍂☀️

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words and the good vibes!! :) I appreciate your support :) Have a lovely week!

@stephanier9820 Жыл бұрын

This is something I'm truly working on and focusing on changing. The universe must have decided I needed to see this video to help

@SimpleHappyZen Жыл бұрын

You can do it Stephanie! :)

@samuelebraccini8645 2 жыл бұрын

More the time pass more i get closer to your life style,thanks for sharing 💚

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Samuele, enjoy your day!

@denisebaca1111 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vera, I have been doing better about using up what I have now since the last time I commented to you. I only went once to a store and bought a special sale promo. And I am still using up what I have. Even if I had fail once with a store promo I've done better than what I've bought in the past. Your video rings so true to what I don't need and how I may feel about it after I've bought and wonder what the heck was I thinking. There is really no need for me to have so much stuff. What a waste it can be. Love your videos and ideas. Thanks.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Denise, so happy you're enjoying using up what you have! 😄🍃🤗

@christined2495 2 жыл бұрын

After four years of living minimally, I still have to wrestle with myself when shopping. I will go to buy a intentional item, but I will see other things I am tempted to buy, what helps me is I imagine bringing it home, and putting it in my closet, or walking around aimlessly looking for a spot to put it in my home, it stops me dead in my tracks… I do put it in the shopping cart, but when I’m ready to go to the register, 99.9% of the time, I put it back, and walk out what I went into the store to purchase..

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Ah I can relate to that :) It really helps to take a moment to think about having to find a place for something in your home :)

@cassandra43210 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vera, not sure if you’ll read this but I just wanted to say how grateful I am. I casually came across your channel and been binge watching many of your videos and what you say resonates so much with me. I’ve been decluttering since the start of the year and I feel like it’s a never ending process, but I’m enjoying the journey and looking forward to getting to a point where I’m happy with my existing stuff. My main temptation has always been resisting a good deal and always stocking up on things I like, but I’m working on it and your videos are helping a lot. Looking forward to another video soon. 🤩🤩

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind comment Alexandra! 🤗💕 Wishing you all the best on your decluttering journey

@saebi3456 2 жыл бұрын

Inspiring as always.Thank you for the valuable video🙏🙏⚘⚘⚘

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear it! :) Thanks, have a nice day today!

@aniveve Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love your channel and tips ❤

@SimpleHappyZen Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Anita!! :)

@srijaniroy1523 2 жыл бұрын

I really needed this video. Thanks Vera.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! :) Have a lovely day

@tiashadae1143 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video!!

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Tia :) Enjoy your day!

@Sapientiam 2 жыл бұрын

I often struggle with interior items. I am thinking of buying a set of new small Sonos speakers. I currently own two smaller Sonos speakers that is in my living room next to my TV. But every night I have to "borrow" one for my bedroom since I like to listen to soft meditation music at night time. But that also means that I have to take it back to my living room every morning. I have the money, but I can't seem to get a break on the savings as there is much more expenditure at times. I am a frugal person and I like to keep it at the absolute minimal of belongings so I guess it's just that. But at the same time I know for sure that I would enjoy and I would be greatful for the new speakers, even though I'd have to spend more than I'd like to. The same could be said about a new vacuum cleaner that's hand held, or a robot. It could be practical it both cases and I'm 100% sure I will buy them someday, if not now then later. The priorities is what's hard. Sure, saving the money, keep what you have and make the most out of it. At the same time it could just prove to be more of a neusance and that it would make life easier if one just spend a little more money on the items that can provide with a more lasting joyful outcome.

@claireedghill7563 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Perfect topic!

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Claire 🤗🍃🌷

@rosemarygilman8718 2 жыл бұрын

These are such important things to understand and you've presented excellent tips for navigating the pitfalls of living in a consumer culture. Thank you!

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! :) Take care and have a nice day

@ShoppingwithRina 2 жыл бұрын

I’m starting to declutter

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck Rina! :)

@whtvr_clover 2 жыл бұрын

I love the colour of your top. It looks so amazing on you!

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! :)

@leahgary1107 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome and informative advice. I think I needed to hear this today. 🙂💙🕊💙🦋💙

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear it, thank you Leah! :) Have a nice day today

@MonethSato 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vera i needed this video, thank you always 🇯🇵❤️

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Moneth, take care and have a nice day today! :)

@TocTocTrax 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed watching your upload! Keep up the excellent work! I'm looking forward to another awesome video! Take care and stay in touch! 🌷🙏🌷🙏

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much :)

@houdac9178 2 жыл бұрын

I feel so inspired by you 🥰

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you Houda! :)

@vansf3433 2 жыл бұрын

Most people have problems with using money unwisely They buy things , not becayse they need them, but just because such unnecessary things are either cheap or popular

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

I can see that :)

@CrystleSky 2 жыл бұрын

That's so funny but true, love this your so inspirational. Love from a new youtuber

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Crystle :)

@rojanjunior1821 2 жыл бұрын

o my god Vera. you couldn't post this video in a more proper time; at least for me. I've been overwhelmed by my own shopping recently. although I've been living more intentionally. Thank you

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, happy you enjoyed the video and that the timing worked out! :)

@breezyvibe 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, as usual . .

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! :) Have an awesome day today!

@tamiewert808 2 жыл бұрын

I have a closet full of clothes, bags, shoes, etc, and I often feel stressed about getting dressed to go out! No matter what I wear, I always feel everyone looks better than me! I think buying things is an addiction of sorts. How much is enough? I love the feeling of buying things in the moment, but the moment is over before I even leave the store!

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

I can relate, and used to feel similarly when I was younger and still buying lots of clothes

@ShawnLivesInItaly 2 жыл бұрын

My wife and I hope you have a great holiday this year

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you both so much!! Wishing the same for you

@juliecrockford1046 2 жыл бұрын

started watching your video but I am afraid was put off by the large titles which confirmed what you were saying. is it my computer? HOWEVER I continued watching and saw myself in the notion you put forward about shopping is fun..something to do when you are bored..me exactly..thankyou again

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Julie! Is it possible you had English closed captions enabled? 😊

@juliecrockford1046 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleHappyZen sorry, not very good on the computer. but never mind, I still learnt a lot from it. have a great day and that tee shirt at the beginning is cool x

@amyhoover9 2 жыл бұрын

One other belief that I would add to this list is buying for a cause, or buying just because. I feel like this is something that can really be applied to anything, but especially in the world of fashion, it seems like there will always be a justification for why we constantly buy things from one specific brand or cause. Brand names in general can be considered "high quality", but it's better to be intentional instead of buying everything under the sun "just because" if that makes sense.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Yes that makes total sense to me :)

@jagritipal2530 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vera That was a really very nice video.Due to online shopping we get a lot of time to decide and choose on our purchases but sometimes it takes a lot of time creating a lot of anxiety and a habit of browsing the shopping apps in search of newer items published in regular basis.Please help how to cope up with this stess and anxiety.

@mukundjere9230 2 жыл бұрын

Hi... Very informative and useful tips video. Shopping is a never ending activity now a days. We have to handle it very carefully. LESS IS MORE. Thanks for the same. Enjoy moments 🎉🎉

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! :) Glad you enjoyed the video. Have a nice week!

@feylights166 2 жыл бұрын

I've definitely gone shopping because I was bored lol. I don't do it anymore, but I used to.

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Haha I used to do it too :)

@kerryirving2949 2 жыл бұрын

I agree! ❤️

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kerry, have a great day! :)

@jennierollins8789 2 жыл бұрын

All of the above. ☮️

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

🤗🌺💖

@Thend28 2 жыл бұрын

hey.. i was waiting for your bullet journal 2022 flipthrough and setup i think many of the subscribers are waiting for it too.. pleasee try to upload the video of it soon ☺✌

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for letting me know! :) I can't make any promises haha, but I'll think about it :)

@Thend28 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleHappyZen thankyou so much... ❤

@lorisharp5737 2 жыл бұрын

I'm confused. One thought is cutting down to reduce clutter, and I mainly believe in this one. The other is to way stock up on sale cause of inflation in food arena. I don't have space for clutter, and already have way too much clutter. But about food? I still don't have " stock up room". Confusing for me. Plus dust/ cleaning- less stuff is less dirt. Confused. But what do I eat when my cupboard is bare/ fridge too? Takeout delivery? Help, thx.

@TheHawzheen 2 жыл бұрын

Hello dear,, I’ve lost over 2 stones & most of my clothes don’t fit me anymore. So I was tempted to buy a lot but after thinking I only bought few items..

@naomisandoz3448 2 жыл бұрын

leuke video

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Dankjewel Naomi! :) Fijne dag!

@cristinaflores6667 2 жыл бұрын

👌

@Elizzybethy 2 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

🤗🍁🍂

@tanya1863 2 жыл бұрын

I need help in this area, I love handbags, but I find myself actually almost hating the collection I have, I don’t know why I buy them all the time and then carry a few times and dislike them, out of all my “good” bags , I bought a canvas hobby lobby back pack that I am currently loving, it’s got no value or popularity, but is functional for me! What’s my problem?! Ugh!

@SimpleHappyZen 2 жыл бұрын

Perhaps doing a no-buy challenge for handbags in 2022 could be a good idea! :) Just to see what happens and how you feel about them after a year