How I'm Getting Over My Addiction To Cheap Dopamine (vlog)

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In today's video I'm sharing how my More Money May dopamine detox/No buy changed my perspective on how I consume, and what I learned. I'm doing another Dopamine Detox in July for my No Buy July Challenge, so let me know you're planning to join me! Instead of focusing on what you're detoxing from, focus more on new habits that feel challenging but fulfilling. This I found is the key to seeing the benefits of NOT having that thing we over-indulge in in our lives, and gives you the chance to see what other fun things you can do instead.
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@Christinamychas 2 күн бұрын

Who’s in for a No Buy July dopamine detox? I’ll be sharing updates and motivation on my Instagram stories too so let’s do it together! xx

@helenapayne3414 2 күн бұрын

I’m in! After spending more than I wanted in April, May and June, a no-spend challenge would help me get back in control of my life.

@kikilaj4767 2 күн бұрын

Yes please

@christinastewart6957 2 күн бұрын

Yesss!

@hillerycrawford1062 2 күн бұрын

Definitely no buy July.

@janemuses3031 2 күн бұрын

Yes started it although I did replace a couple of things I returned but def no net new clothes, skincare or household things as I already have more than complete wardrobe, months of skincare to get through and everything I need in my household. Yeah now have to work on the replacement which is harder like exercising, writing and reading. I unsubscribed to a bunch of channels that were making me buy new skincare, clothing and household items because that seems to be my trigger. I def need to cut down on Netflix and other drama channel binging but that's next. One detox challenge at a time :) Good to know others are doing it so that's group motivation.

@kimbrolyy 2 күн бұрын

I've stopped watching KZfaq shorts a few days ago. It was never a problem, but I decided I don't need stimulation constantly. So far so good, but we'll see!

@marybethmcdonnell1623 Күн бұрын

I’m innnnn I’m so sick of myself and the endless cycle of Decluttering and minimizing and then I bring more crap in.

@sparklie962 2 күн бұрын

I recently took stock of my closet and was a bit disappointed to see a load of duplicates and or pieces I wanted but barely ever wear. It's just too much. So as of 2 weeks ago I've moved Insta off my phone home page so it's not as tempting to scroll through it so often, and I've unfollowed / unsubscribed from almost every retailer I was watching. Here on YT I'm prioritizing people who are emphasizing thinking first, buying later or not at all. Basically I'm trying to get back to my pre-2020 shopping practices of only looking if there's a specific piece I actually need. No more just browsing "for fun." I've made a list of things I actually do *need* - for the rest of the year. I'm aiming to stick to that list and even then only if it's a good price-quality rapport, if it fits perfectly and it's really a Wow!

@zaramichaels3339 Күн бұрын

Same. So mad for all the duplicates. Need to minimize things I haven’t even worn! 😩😩😩

@ros8986 17 сағат бұрын

I have many duplicates because these are items I love to wear. What I don't have are anything that I don't love.

@zuzzzap 2 күн бұрын

Whem I get out of my habit of reading I catch myself and try to focus on reading every day at least for a half hour. I quickly take back up the habit. But on the flip side - social media very easily distracts me and gets me out of good habits.

@blancaaaestela 2 күн бұрын

What a timely video. I spent some money in June filling in summer gaps in my wardrobe (which were needed), but the dopamine of those purchases has me back on the shopping wagon! I can’t stop browsing and it’s clearly so bad for my mental health. Thanks for the inspiration to do another No Buy this month.

@Lau3464l Күн бұрын

I’m so guilty of this too… opening the floodgates for shopping and also constantly browsing!! 😅

@katrin4163 2 күн бұрын

This is the video I didn‘t know I needed. Your explanation of „doing hard things“ is really working for me. Thank you so much ❤

@PlaidChick44 2 күн бұрын

Love seeing other people's workouts. Great way to freshen up our routines or remember things we used to do that need a revisit.😊

@mansoor3159 3 күн бұрын

Christina I Absolutely needed this video thank you so so so much for motivating me you are my truly truly inspiration😭😭♥️♥️

@Christinamychas 2 күн бұрын

❤❤

@Natasha.7729 2 күн бұрын

I would love to see a week of workouts! It would be inspiring and encouraging to me as I complete my summer workout program. One habit I would love to get back to is watercolor painting/calligraphy. It's so soothing and pretty, and even just 5 mins is a soul and mental health boost for me.

@ros8986 17 сағат бұрын

Some of us shopping addicts don't actually get a rush after purchasing, for me it is the constant drive to "improve" my life, make needed changes, etc. I have been constantly swapping things. But now I am on a no-buy and just settling in to that what I have is good enough, not perfect, not forever, just good enough for here and now.

@unciaciapanca Күн бұрын

More people should do videos like this. How to repleace cheap dopamine ! Found it refreshing since I think that deep down we ALL know we need this. For us and for chindren/teens as well

@hillerycrawford1062 2 күн бұрын

Throw mental illness in with dopamine detox. Its a challenge sometimes to just get a shower. But, to hear the positivity and support here, helps a while lot. Thank you.

@kimberlyberlin4999 2 күн бұрын

What an excellent chat. You bring such good points to the conversation. I'm going through a challenging season and I've been mindlessly scrolling through social media and it can be an hour before I know realize it. This happens several times a day. Using social media as a distraction is a waste of time that could be spent reading, taking a walk, or doing something else more rewarding. I will make a pack to seriously cut that down this month and hopefully forever.

@olyalya6020 2 күн бұрын

Studying/Reading/Going to the gym - all of that feels kinda challenging when I start, but it feels so satisfying afterwards. Still learning how to be consistent though.

@diana1833 2 күн бұрын

Love these more chatty vlogs. And yes, please do a week of workouts! As someone who enjoys working out (although I do it from home) it's always nice to see what my fav creators are doing in the gym. It's both motivation and inspiration!

@adventureswiththerobin Күн бұрын

I did a whole no buy year in 2023! It was challenging but rewarding. I also unfollowed many channels in May because I was being too influenced to spend money (both of these I documented on my channel). I’m struggling to maintain no buy resolutions now, and am considering another no buy year in 2025. Good luck with July!!

@zaramichaels3339 Күн бұрын

I love watching your food hauls. You buy such healthy well-rounded foods very similar to what I buy. Also love watching you prepare your meals.

@marziasopelsa8204 2 күн бұрын

wow, perfect timing ❤ this is kind of, wow! I just entered in a similar mood yesterday and just needed to know that it leads to feeling better and, as you said, to actually be and do what I said I could be and do!

@cbeghin0514 Күн бұрын

Reframing the no buy as a dopamine detox is a nice change in perspective. I have noticed during my no buys I sometimes replace shopping with shopping for things that are not on my list (bottles of wine, croissants, coffees). It comes and goes but the behaviors always come with things like work stress , general fatigue, feeling hormonal and crappy.

@wyrdwitch13 2 күн бұрын

This was super helpful, I really appreciated your deep descriptions of this process. I have been trying and failing to do a low buy all year-I did make some progress the past two months though. I am doing no buy July too! Healthy habit replacements are the key to beneficial changes for sure! Also-I've been loving these chatty vlogs!

@yvetteflores3307 2 күн бұрын

I love the dopamine videos/info you have been sharing. Would love to see more of this 😊

@tanyabaldwin636 2 күн бұрын

Yasssss!! I got rid if Insta in like 2015 but I’ll support you on KZfaq 😂❤

@s.sflower 2 күн бұрын

Same!!!! I got rid of IG in 2017 and haven't gone back 😊 KZfaq is my source of social media lol

@neza8628 2 күн бұрын

Great decision. I am off and on insta BUT i do fell much better without it. I do not post there anymore for quite a few years and its funny for me how people on vacation spend so much time to get the perfect picture of their behind. Quite terrible to see in real life😂

@s.sflower Күн бұрын

@neza8628 yes, I have noticed after Tik Tok, Instagram is the other app people struggle with the most. Just scrolling and scrolling and comparing their lives with everyone.

@helindove2237 2 күн бұрын

Oh Christina, you are so wise. This is really valuable content! But I'm sorry to say, a few days after Canada Day, my goodness, I thought they would have less plastic packaging there. For example, we (I'm in the EU) have tomatoes and strawberries, kiwis, potatoes, etc. in cardboard boxes or paper bags 🤔 My challenge is to get back to my daily stretching exercises and drink more water.

@tm6408 2 күн бұрын

I live in western Canada and we don't have bagged milk out here. I grew up in Ontario so seeing you pour milk from a bag was pure nostalgia 😊

@sharonhansen2935 Күн бұрын

We used to have bagged milk in the west. Not sure why that went away.

@jbar234 2 күн бұрын

You always have such good advice! Thank you Christina ❤

@silliepixie 2 күн бұрын

I am moving at the end of this month and the hard thing that I need to do is get rid of stuff. I've been playing your declutter videos while I work and it has been helping me to stay on track. Thank you!

@rosena2510 2 күн бұрын

Yes please, have always wanted to see your training routine and how it has evolved over time.xx

@orangeblossom1712 2 күн бұрын

I'm so happy I just got back into reading! Pulled out my Kindle and found a few good books, on it now all the time

@Lau3464l Күн бұрын

Girl you are a POWERHOUSE in the gym!! Those Bulgarian split squats made my jaw drop, and your gym has some really cool unique stuff I’ve never seen before! Also loving the vlog style 😊 I did a no-spend from October through April of this past year and it was super fulfilling, my spending has gotten a bit out of control the last few months so I need to reign it in, but I’m going to try to do no spend for at least the rest of July and August as well 😊

@lindareichertz7148 Күн бұрын

I enjoyed seeing your Costco haul. I am always on the lookout for great finds from there. Unfortunately not all Costcos have the same stuff. You are right that it is a project when you get home finding room for everything, etc.

@dtgb8546 2 күн бұрын

Christina: so impressed with those pull ups! You go girl!!!

@jaimielevesquesteel7695 2 күн бұрын

You’ve inspired me to start weight training! It’s been the best thing ever for my body and mental health. I’d love to hear more about how you’ve been progressing and more about how you eat-I struggle to get enough fibre and protein 😬

@jjjjk1241 Күн бұрын

Thank you so much for this, Christina! I don’t think cheap and expensive dopamine was a new concept to me, but I think I completely forgot about it and have forgotten how to actually provide my own dopamine, as you explained it. This was so helpful!❤

@user-wd3lw8hf7s 2 күн бұрын

Just what I needed to hear today. Thank you!

@user-dh3bq6ob6e 2 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Very motivating for me!

@aggpvp 2 күн бұрын

Really enjoyed this vlog Christina :)

@kristinagrom2270 2 күн бұрын

My derivative from my No Buy April was very interesting: I actually realised that I have my basics covered and don’t want to buy “many & cheap” any more. I am really ready for saving up for the quality things it can be one blazer or another item a month, but I want quality choices. It hit me only after that No Buy month, before that my mentality was just the opposite (despite hearing often about “less is more”). 🤷🏼‍♀️🙌🏻

@furlilicious Күн бұрын

Thank you so much for this video, so timely for me! ❤

@lisacooney4458 2 күн бұрын

I loved this video. Very thought provoking. Thank you for your vulnerability!

@marvawiebe4364 2 күн бұрын

I'm happy to see that you eat so well. I eat many of the same foods. Nutritious food is so key to healthy cells, microbiome, DNA, immunity, etc. Also that you work out consistently. Keep that up and you will live long and well! I read Outlive last winter. Great book!

@barbarablanco5910 2 күн бұрын

Yes, to a week of workouts!

@annmariespaulding6926 Күн бұрын

Dates are the best for a sweet treat-if you’ve never tried -slice them open lengthwise so you can stick a walnut in the opening -crunchy and added protein 🥰

@fernandaflores1510 2 күн бұрын

Hi Christina! I'll definitely be joining a no-buy July 🎉 also, I would love a video on your week workouts, perhaps if you could share your high protein snacks/meals of choice that'd also be great, I struggle a lot for new ideas there 😂

@armalame 2 күн бұрын

I was in Costco a couple days ago and the women in the isle no joke said this "I'm over stimulated right now" and the other woman said "me2" and I wanted to say "me3!" I, too, avoid going into costco unless it's a must.

@dianaholbrook 2 күн бұрын

Really enjoyed this! My dopamine hit while dusting.😉 I can really relate to what you are saying. I too did errands today with no makeup. Sometimes you just have to get it done and forget the makeup👍🏻

@anothersatellite2001 2 күн бұрын

I recently experienced a failure/setback and before watching this video I decided to uninstall Instagram and Reddit to try and stop the comparison/overthinking game. Then I watched this video and it just felt like a sign that I did the right thing. So my hard thing is going to be trying to accomplish the thing I recently failed at! I need to heal my relationship with it and maybe this mindset of doing hard things leading to dopamine is just what I need over restoring to these quick hits. That and keeping up with my running journey because I'm shocked at how already I've improved so much and I enjoy doing it.

@louisetilbury3443 2 күн бұрын

Oh wow. I needed this. Summer events and outings all give me an easy “excuse” to buy. But it needs to stop. Thank you. I’m off to write my alternative list of things to do. Thanks. And seriously, wow in the gym. No gentle work outs there.

@Jessie73944 2 күн бұрын

This was so inspiring!

@girlonabike1 12 сағат бұрын

I’ve been wanting to start lifting for so long, but I keep letting my thoughts stop me. Would love to hear rom you and your coach! Thanks for another great video!

@ingridmueller1035 2 күн бұрын

A challenging habit I need to get back to is rebounding on our rebounder. Rebounded every second day during 2020 and 2021, but need to get back to it as it is so good for bone health. Thank you for your video!😊

@tarski7420 2 күн бұрын

Great tips, thank you!! And yes would love to see a week of your workouts and/or tips for getting into weight training :)

@catherinelavery4490 2 күн бұрын

Same - would love to see/hear about your workout plan and goals!

@Kaitaritz2013 Күн бұрын

Thanks for the inspiration!

@dianecyment1715 2 күн бұрын

I don't have any social media accounts such as Instagram or Facebook. Never did. I think my problem is that I need to detox from KZfaq influencers and my retail store accounts. I hear your words loud and clear and it is about time I take action. I am in for a no buy July and August. I want to start reading more novels and figuring out other meaningful things I can get involved with. Thanks for your inspiration.

@funkytrunkfashion Күн бұрын

I agree, going to the gym has been the best for my mental health, though I still struggle with it regularly. I really like feeling at least physically strong if I can't always lock down th hatch on my crazy tank... 😅

@juliehanson1175 2 күн бұрын

Very valuable advice - and a good reminder to get back to the gym too.

@pamelakellow4225 2 күн бұрын

Would love to see workout content! Also, really loved your hair curly and natural. Ever wear it that way? I thought it was so cute half up! Lastly, I read that book. So good. Would love to hear your thoughts when you have finished it.

@ingrid2134 3 күн бұрын

Perfect timing!!!

@rainaw297 3 күн бұрын

Right? It's like she looked at my Google search history and then based a video off it

@Christinamychas 2 күн бұрын

@@rainaw297haha how did I knowwwwwww

@thegeekinthepurpl 2 күн бұрын

Oh yay!!! And constantly scraping off hard pan might mean it’s easy to pan :)

@debchaffin 2 күн бұрын

i’ve been thinking about coloring?!!! i might try that this summer

@bentleym3726 Күн бұрын

Thank you for this video. ❤

@adelarodrigo6788 2 күн бұрын

Yes weekly Work out routine👍

@taniaamiss 2 күн бұрын

A week of workouts would be great, and some advice from your trainer as well ❤

@greatful1512 2 күн бұрын

I really needed this kind of motivation. I've just started my maternity leave, so there's no income for me for the next like year... I really need to stop being tempted to spend money on "short dopamine" stuff

@anaiswittrock-roske8068 2 күн бұрын

I love the music you play in your vlogs!! Any chance we can get a playlist ?:)

@bbellebe 2 күн бұрын

Great vlog! ❤️ I have a few ideas: learn to cook healthy so I don't grab for sugar all the time, learn a new make-up (having fun painting your own face with cosmetics 💄🤡🤣) aaaand... quite a few more... But decluttering my flat and reorganizing things has been so goood for my brain recently 😍

@marsc7897 2 күн бұрын

Just deleted the Amazon app from my phone! Thank you I needed this.

@shannonrolfes5171 2 күн бұрын

Your hair is very cute wavy. I swear every time I do a "no buy", an appliance breaks. This month, it was the washing machine. I'm better off doing a low buy every month.

@acminkus 2 күн бұрын

Workout Week would be fun 😊

@robertascazzari4016 2 күн бұрын

Yes to the work out week and if you want to share some go to smoothie, it would be nice (I struggle with my fruit/veggie intake so some new ideas are more than welcome). As an ADHEDer I can relate to how is difficult to switch for longer term dopamine, but seeing that I'm not the only one is somehow refreshing😅 I'll try to work out more often, and start with some audiobook so I can start reading again with some extra baby steps in the beginning

@lizasoliman723 Күн бұрын

i also call these "expensive dopamine" activities "type 2 fun". i also love gymming/running. and when i power-clean the house ♥️ i tried a no-buy 6mo in order to get rid of my student loans. i did end up spending ~230$, but i still paid off my student loans a month earlier than i expected. lessons: i still need to detox, but the purchases made at least were very intentional.

@lisaking3415 Күн бұрын

Yes - Week of workouts 😊

@trindakajans165 2 күн бұрын

Thank you, I needed this!! Your salad looks delicious delicious, what did you cut up after the cucumber??

@jennyjenkins877 2 күн бұрын

Lettuce

@pamela3722 2 күн бұрын

I just realized I haven’t purchased any clothing or shoes so far this month. So I think I’m going to do a no buy myself. I only bought necessary things. We did just get Netflix for free for two years. We’ve never had it. And we watch tv in the evenings. And everything has been reruns. So we’re happy to have it. I did just order a treadmill from QVC. My husband will find out when it arrives. It’s way too hot to walk outside where I live right now. And it was super cheap. So I’m not worried about that. It’s like the walking pad with a handle. I’m older and don’t want to break my neck just walking without something to hold onto.

@ronnie-lynn 2 күн бұрын

Milk does not come in bags here in Alberta. I always never understood why. Also I love those wraps and that wild rice! Yum! 🤤 love me a Costco haul! ❤ will also eat cottage cheese with everything.

@miareh276 23 сағат бұрын

Oh yes! Please!🎉❤

@margienoire7464 2 күн бұрын

Is that oil you used in your hair before flat ironing it?

@carmenlheureux5435 Күн бұрын

You are the smartest! ❤

@kimberlyg9867 Күн бұрын

That rice; I add it to my regular rice, for the extra texture 😋

@defitfanaat 5 сағат бұрын

Omg you have a balcony!😄

@earth2972 2 күн бұрын

Could you plz talk about how do you love yourself ?

@jessicaalger4525 2 күн бұрын

I live in Saskatchewan and I rarely see Milk in bags! I think it's more of an Eastern Canada thing?

@Chwl78 2 күн бұрын

Would love a gym video! You look so great, and more importantly you must feel amazing

@crystalassam433 2 күн бұрын

I’m going to give the no buy dopamine challenge a try . I live on my phone and it bothers me . I a habit I need to break for sure.

@Aleatoire9 Күн бұрын

Milk comes in bags in *Ontario 😂 we don’t do that over here lmao. Thank you for this video - I’ve gotten IG and TT off my phone but now I’m scrolling FB like a retiree 💀

@tanyaschwaerzle1783 Күн бұрын

In Vancouver we still get our milk in cartons 😂

@TitaMomo2020 2 күн бұрын

Topic of video starts at 3:46

@heathermaclean7704 2 күн бұрын

Just to clarify, milk in bags is more of an Eastern Canada thing. They are virtually unheard of in Alberta or British Columbia, although some grocery stores might have them. Not sure about SK or MB. Maybe someone from those provinces could enlighten us.

@alexandriacolonialtours1269 2 күн бұрын

Wow, quite a workout routine! How much weight were you lifting on your shoulders? Well done.

@Christinamychas 2 күн бұрын

140 lbs 🫣

@WeAreBullets Күн бұрын

uh oh, this video might have come just in time lol how dare you make me face reality

@mercury2533 2 күн бұрын

I am trying to stop YT shorts 😅 also I want to start jogging. I always hated jogging so when I got heart problems I used them as an excuse to stop doing cardio altogether even after I was cleared by my cardiologist. At first I was scared. After a while the thought of collapsing built up in my mind so I never tried again. I want to tackle that now. I got instructions from my cardiologist on how to run (basically which heart rates are acceptable and what to look out for while doing cardio) and I’m going to try in two weeks (cause I’ve got a cought rn)

@marziasopelsa8204 2 күн бұрын

p.s. dry apricots make a delicious after dinner treat, too (^^♪

@Amy-601 2 күн бұрын

The clutter bothers me, plus I saw a earwig in my closet and got rid of most of my clothes… eww 😷!! Thanks OCD. And thank you 😊 Christina. The clutter is just not worth it! - Amy

@roslynmcintosh1180 2 күн бұрын

I miss your fashion and styling videos

@mylittlesuitcase1755 2 күн бұрын

A bunch of Greek yoghurt?

@soccer90tem80 2 күн бұрын

Addiction is healthy!

@tamaravena5410 2 күн бұрын

Okay, yes to all of of this but why don't you guys wear shoes in the gym?? At my gym, and every single gym I have ever been in, you wear shoes unless you are in the pilates/yoga studios.