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Nicholas Garofola

Nicholas Garofola

9 ай бұрын

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Today I go over the what is one of the more difficult parts of pursing minimalism, the constant desire to buy more things.
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@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 4 ай бұрын
I’ll be working on a dedicated gaming related channel if anyone is interested in subscribing to that, I’d be greatly appreciated: youtube.com/@attackonnick?si=DcxwYsv9weW5Z2_Q
@TheNodyme
@TheNodyme 8 ай бұрын
I'm almost 40 and for the past few decades, my best method to not wanting to buy stuff is not having the money for it. works like a charm.
@taiven.lechevalier
@taiven.lechevalier 8 ай бұрын
You’ve already got discipline then! I think a lot of people just charge it to their credit card.
@tanishq-kun
@tanishq-kun 8 ай бұрын
I love old men humour
@FK-we1dp
@FK-we1dp 8 ай бұрын
that doesn't make one not "want' to buy things, it makes you unable to buy it.
@qwertyloop8401
@qwertyloop8401 8 ай бұрын
​@@tanishq-kunyo 40 isn't old
@hey_atw4711
@hey_atw4711 8 ай бұрын
😂
@zren16
@zren16 8 ай бұрын
1. Wait it out (ex. 30 day wait period) 2. Pros and Cons list 3. Unsubscribe and Avoid temptations 4. Find a hobby 5. Explore an alternative option 6. Consider financial goals
@rajeevkaushek7370
@rajeevkaushek7370 8 ай бұрын
don't carry money/card
@019bc3
@019bc3 7 ай бұрын
I found two hobbies (electric guitar and photography) and now I want to buy too much stuff. Please send help.
@Pinzledick
@Pinzledick 7 ай бұрын
Number 4 is very important
@chrsitineadriaenssen6074
@chrsitineadriaenssen6074 7 ай бұрын
I don‘t like minimalism
@chrsitineadriaenssen6074
@chrsitineadriaenssen6074 7 ай бұрын
I have debts but no remorse
@ihoryaremko4944
@ihoryaremko4944 7 ай бұрын
“Spending money in itself is a hobby here in the US” - is so true!
@Miss_Annlaug
@Miss_Annlaug 4 ай бұрын
Good observation ❤
@GoodPictures98
@GoodPictures98 8 ай бұрын
6:00 "Every nonessential purchase is ultimately a delay in my financial goals." Mind. blown. That's one of the best, most effective, and helpful lines ever. Thank you.
@atakanozkan1598
@atakanozkan1598 8 ай бұрын
If you spend 30 days just thinking about buying some items, it may not be the most optimal approach. It can be quite frustrating to constantly overanalyze your choices. Purchasing when you can is a more relaxing activity and is better for your peace of mind. If it doesn't fit your budget, then you should consider taking 3-5 days to think it over. I, too, used to overthink my purchases, and it exhausted me. My mind was constantly debating with itself. Now, I don't think too much - if I want something and it fits my budget, I buy it right away.
@narunima
@narunima 8 ай бұрын
I can relate so much, I overthink my decisions so much and end up watching every video and reading every Reddit thread 😢
@playingindies6730
@playingindies6730 7 ай бұрын
Well last year I really liked a coat, but at 230 euros, I could afford it but it was expensive for me. I guess I liked it a lot, because I ended up buying it this year. When I was ready to press "order" I looked online for a voucher and found one for 25% off, making it 170. But, I also bought a cheaper coat last year. So it would have been cheaper in the long run if I had just bought it directly.
@celestegarcia5413
@celestegarcia5413 5 ай бұрын
It doesn't have to be 30 days, sometimes being realistic with yourself and doing a bit of research is enough to determine whether the product is worth your money or not. For me personally the monetary worth of a product and complexity of it (purchase could be from a new electric guitar to a home) determines how long i spend making a decision. Plus giving yourself time allows you to know whether this is good for your financial state or whether this is something you should save up for etc. These methods work you just have to apply them intentionally and in a way that works with you. Unless you don't need to use a different approach in which case people should do whatever works for them.
@backtoroots316
@backtoroots316 4 ай бұрын
This is where I draw the line between frugalism and minimalism. If I think of those those as archetypes: A frugalist wants the best possible financial desicion (which can require 30 days of overthinking) whereas the minimalist wants peace of mind while being conscious of consumption. They do a quick interoception and then make an informed choice.
@Gingerlion777
@Gingerlion777 Ай бұрын
Same. Although i do think sometimes it’s beter to wait and not think about it to much. Sometimes im very hyped for stuff i dont need😅 and most of the time it’s just 2 weeks you constantly think you want it! And after that you seem to just forget about it naturally. But again i do agree! If it’s in my budget and i like it.. im not gonna overanalyse it. You have 1 life and like my grandma always said, you can’t take it with you! (The money that is)
@gabewally
@gabewally 9 ай бұрын
I have the worst habit of buying food when I’m hungry, instead of eating what I already have. It’s infuriating.
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 9 ай бұрын
My worst habit 😅
@user-ed8lm4bt4c
@user-ed8lm4bt4c 8 ай бұрын
@@NicholasGarofolaso, how do you save then? How to change mindset for this
@Slovenija849jdks
@Slovenija849jdks 8 ай бұрын
@@user-ed8lm4bt4c i go shopping for food after i eat
@M_SC
@M_SC 8 ай бұрын
If you understand that buying things is fun in itself (dopamine fun) than you can start to hack that you’re trying to maximize the pleasure of your meal.
@tymondabrowski12
@tymondabrowski12 8 ай бұрын
​@@user-ed8lm4bt4cDon't go to a grocery store hungry. Eat something before going.
@SniperMayer
@SniperMayer 9 ай бұрын
I just preordered my iPhone 15 Pro Max today. Something felt off, as I have a 14 Pro that I'm not really happy with. In the end after some contemplation I just cancelled my order. I don't need these meaningless year on year upgrades that are just sold so well by clever marketing people. Thank you for helping us with more perspective Nicholas
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 9 ай бұрын
That’s awesome to hear, glad this helped 🙌🏻
@brendantaylor2623
@brendantaylor2623 8 ай бұрын
You're not happy with your 14 Pro?
@hoopinessandjoy
@hoopinessandjoy 8 ай бұрын
@SniperMayer, I cancelled my pre-order for the same phone last night. It's time to discover what I TRULY want in this ravenous grasp for more shiny objects.
@cophater298
@cophater298 8 ай бұрын
yeah its just a phone if you always need the newest upgrades and trends its a sign you’re on it too much anyways
@oakspro2998
@oakspro2998 8 ай бұрын
Same, canceled my iPhone max and put the money into savings.
@Thomas63r2
@Thomas63r2 4 ай бұрын
Buying stuff is not the problem. Buying things just because they are on sale, buying things that go to the back of the closet and stay there, buying things that you replace with something a little different - those kinds of wasteful spending is the problem.
@gisul-k1636
@gisul-k1636 8 ай бұрын
I've started the habit of walking everyday with my dog for a few miles, rather than the quick round the blocks I usually do with him, and that daily routine itself has definitely cut down on my spending. I also need to go to the library more often, there's one less than a mile away from my house, and it's absolutely a missed opportunity for me.
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 8 ай бұрын
Love that!
@buzzlightyearoh
@buzzlightyearoh 7 ай бұрын
are you... me?
@OmarCasey7
@OmarCasey7 7 ай бұрын
@@buzzlightyearohmy life the past 3 years on a day to day basis is wake up, walk the dog for an hour,eat shower etc, walk for an hr, let my dog run around the backyard and then i go to work for 8-10 hours then I come back walk the dog for an hr chill with him and unwind and go to sleep and repeat everyday
@darkangelkate3950
@darkangelkate3950 6 ай бұрын
​@OmarCasey7 that is exactly what I did when I had a dog. I miss her so much.
@perrycoffey5410
@perrycoffey5410 4 ай бұрын
​@@OmarCasey7you dog owners are sadistic psychopaths
@BlakeFoster050
@BlakeFoster050 8 ай бұрын
The one trick that worked for me is going to your favorite store and not buying anything. It really taught me self control and made me question if I actually needed it.
@JoATTech
@JoATTech 5 ай бұрын
Fortunately I do not have favourite store :D
@johndemise3990
@johndemise3990 4 ай бұрын
Yes this too!! allot of people need to know this!
@subaruboy2453
@subaruboy2453 9 ай бұрын
Great video! Stop people from pre-ordering iPhone 15 today!
@randompersonguy3124
@randompersonguy3124 9 ай бұрын
I’ve been with my iPhone 11 for the past 4 years and it’s on its last leg. I think I deserve the upgrade at the moment haha.
@vladimirpetroski7089
@vladimirpetroski7089 9 ай бұрын
For solidarity purposes, I won't like the comment, in order to keep the like number at 15
@IM-eq9gx
@IM-eq9gx 9 ай бұрын
⁠you've got more patience than me. i upgraded when i found that 5G reception was strong where i live. With the SE2020, i wouldn't be able to pull up my mobile apps in target or walmart to check online prices or pay, i think the new insulation in the ceilings or the solar panels caused my phone to lose strength. but now, even the SE2022 with the more neutered 5G out of the iphone lineup has no problems with reception for me anymore.
@subaruboy2453
@subaruboy2453 9 ай бұрын
@@randompersonguy3124 You are frugal enough to be a Garofola fan.
@randompersonguy3124
@randompersonguy3124 9 ай бұрын
@@subaruboy2453 I'm frugal in the sense that I do not buy things unless I need them. However, when I do purchase items, I do like to spend a good amount to make sure it will last me the longest time possible.
@juanramonsilva1067
@juanramonsilva1067 8 ай бұрын
I bought a cheap $100 violin last year, and I can say that it has provided me with so many hours of usefulness over the course of a year and it’s still going. I have also been taking lessons so the overall cost has been higher than just $100, but it has been such a worthy investment. Much better than paying that on useless subscriptions or video games which you beat and probably never play again thereafter.
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 8 ай бұрын
Love that, I love when I buy something at an affordable price, and get a very long lifespan out of it.
@benedicvelasco
@benedicvelasco 4 ай бұрын
"probably". There a lot of people who buy games and play them over and over again because they love it. Don't judge things just because you do not like them.
@nusilver
@nusilver 4 ай бұрын
@@benedicvelascoas one gamer and game collector to another: you sound like you have a chip on your shoulder. Nobody is judging you for your hobby. The comment is about how much video games cost. And frankly, for 90 percent of the hundreds of $60+ video games I have, I have only played them once. It’s a good reality check: do you need to buy new games when they’re brand new, or should you wait? And do we need to keep them once we’re done with them? Probably not. But I know that’s hard, because with gaming as a hobby, we tie our collections up with our identity. Personally, I was going for a full loose SNES set for over a decade before I bought a house. Then I sold half my collection to help with our savings and a down payment, and it’s been so easy ever since to let games go, especially if I don’t have a strong personal connection to them.
@laurab9518
@laurab9518 3 ай бұрын
Is it worth buying? Can you tune it? I want a new violin as I was a violinist as a child and this sounds weird but I couldn’t learn how to tune it and depended on people to do it for me and also I don’t know how to replace strings. I’m too lazy to go to a violin store and I work nights when violin stores aren’t open. How long can it last without tuning it up?
@hazeld3703
@hazeld3703 Ай бұрын
@@laurab9518 The length of time between tuning depends on the instrument and the conditions in which you store it. Because the violin is wood, changes in temperature in humidity will make the wood expand and shrink, which is what makes it go out of tune. But it's actually really easy to tune a violin yourself! You'll just need a tuner (they have apps now!) and maybe a youtube tutorial. Practice every day, and tune your violin every time you practice, and you'll get comfortable with it in no time!
@TheAboriginal1
@TheAboriginal1 5 ай бұрын
Shopping addiction is very real. I switched jobs with a better work life balance and initially I did spend a lot more time with my hobbies. But over some months I found I spent a lot of free time online shopping. It's funny because in my old job I had almost no free time so I never had a spending problem. It's something to be very cautious about.
@MrBuzzgrow
@MrBuzzgrow 5 ай бұрын
Agree. Being at a more demanding job leaves you with less time and energy to buy stuff then if you have more time to spare. Also when I work hard the value of earned money seems higher thus not so easy to spend ;)
@ChanceCooper125
@ChanceCooper125 8 ай бұрын
The 30 day waiting period for large purchases is a great idea. Definitely going to try that one
@zsomborszarka2616
@zsomborszarka2616 8 ай бұрын
It usually takes me about 30 days to choose the product i really want. For this reason, i am almost always extremely happy with my purchases. It is not only a waiting period, but the time needed to explore other products and brands, good and bad reviews etc etc. When i find what i want, i also put a lot of effort into finding it's biggest downsides.
@KnowThyWeakness
@KnowThyWeakness 8 ай бұрын
i do that on amazon where i add stuff to cart. if i dont need it immediately, i press save for later and the next time i do that i can see whats saved and im usually thinking why did i want that?
@avumilemcunu9579
@avumilemcunu9579 8 ай бұрын
Spending👏money👏is👏a👏hobby👏[that you can replace!] and you’re right; the times one has the least going on are the times when window shopping becomes a fun activity. So glad I’m hearing this reminder as I become an adult
@hideousrob
@hideousrob 8 ай бұрын
Seriously. This is a problem I have. I do it from depression. I buy things for the quick excitement of getting something and something new then move on fo the next. It's bad. I have what I need and what I really need is to chill.
@gianfrancoferrer9320
@gianfrancoferrer9320 2 ай бұрын
I share your sentiment. I kind of got to this point too. I bought stuff that I only dreamt of when I was still a college student. At first it was great, but I got to a point after I bought a new guitar where I felt empty. I didn't feel accomplished, I didn't feel the excitement, I didn't know what to do. A few weeks after that purchase I bought some sneakers, thought I would feel the rush again, but no. That's when I kind of realized that I needed to have a hobby or return to one of my hobbies like music or drawing. I got back into drawing, but this time I got back into the hobby as a student of the craft. I didn't want to burn out myself again from the hobby. So I tried learning new skills, styles, and try out new stuff. I enjoyed it this time. Still depressed every now and then. But when I look at my previous work within my sketch pad I find joy that I felt like all this time I was doing something, something that I like, something that I love.
@holyshiet787
@holyshiet787 Ай бұрын
You have dopamine addiction
@ros8986
@ros8986 24 күн бұрын
regarding depression, what has made the biggest difference is to cut out sugar - desserts totally make me deressed. It does not eliminate my depression but it make a HUGE difference. Please consider trying it for two weeks. At first you may find it hard but after two weeks, see where you are at.
@Shingeki__
@Shingeki__ 8 ай бұрын
Waiting is the best thing thats worked for me. Giving something a week minimum and preferably a month before buying has helped a lot. Because then you get that "Huh, guess i didnt need that" feeling and move on.
@irmabronder
@irmabronder 9 ай бұрын
Only food, drink, and house bills. Clothes only that need replacements. You need to feed and cloth the body and have a roof above your head depending where you live. That is it. Bliss is within. Nothing in the outside world is necessary.
@miumiu7326
@miumiu7326 2 ай бұрын
This
@joelch1105
@joelch1105 Ай бұрын
"Less is more" sounds truer than ever.. and also, upon doing a simple cost-benefit analysis/accounting discipline, having more means managing more which may or not be suitable to everyone's ability to manage
@AndreyRubtsovRU
@AndreyRubtsovRU Ай бұрын
Connections with people are necessary. New experiences are necessary. Engaging with art and culture is neseccary. What are you even talking about.
@serenityjewel
@serenityjewel 19 күн бұрын
Naw, that’s boredom. I like to paint and craft. I like driving my car and seeing movies. I love traveling and seeing new things. Having nothing is fine for whoever wants it but it’s a boring way to live.
@piotrbelski4165
@piotrbelski4165 4 ай бұрын
After watching dozens of minimalists videos I know one thing. Every minimalist use apple stuff only.
@joeyyears
@joeyyears Ай бұрын
Not all.
@leonardo3399
@leonardo3399 7 күн бұрын
Naahhh
@marvJarv
@marvJarv Ай бұрын
Man's really looking like he's about to burst into tears any second now.
@Karlijn2
@Karlijn2 7 ай бұрын
I’ve always had a list for myself when wanting to buy something. In the following order: 1. Do I really need this? 2. Do I have something similar what would work? (Especially about clothes) 3. Do I have the money for this? 4. Do I have the space for this? 5. Is it useful of does it mean something important to me? (Especially for decoration) When most of the answers are no than I won’t buy it. Especially if I don’t have the space for it. A lot of this which can and are practical to me I will overthink and buy when it really matters. Saved me a lot of money!
@wh1rledpeas
@wh1rledpeas 4 ай бұрын
This video is such a blessing. I’ve been in a consumeristic frenzy lately and you’re insights have aided in my desire to snap out of it.
@theunknowngamer2397
@theunknowngamer2397 2 ай бұрын
I’m coming back to minimalism after sometime of falling off the wagon, and your channel again is one of the first ones that come up in my recommended as if it was fate. Thank you so much for making the videos that you do and always know that we’re hugely appreciative of them.
@Connor-jo2nq
@Connor-jo2nq 8 ай бұрын
Have been living this way for years in London, which is always tough as I am surrounded by shops and things to do. Having a hobby not only made me happier but doubles my wealth over two years. Thank you for the great content!
@minimalistsmanaged
@minimalistsmanaged 7 ай бұрын
Yessss, this is the kind of video I love watching :) Feeling very motivated after watching this to cut down on even more unnecessary stuff. I value freedom/free time so much more than material 'things' and this was a good reminder of why I'm frugal :)
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 7 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!!
@doyalin5548
@doyalin5548 9 ай бұрын
It hit me when you said in the hobby part that we buy things just to feel a little bit of joy. I’m (awkwardly) glad(?) that I’m not alone feeling this need of joy but it ultimately fades away soon, cost a lot and add no value to my life. Recently I’ve been changing my lifestyle and your video came across. Great and grounded advice!
@Jennifer-nz2ss
@Jennifer-nz2ss 8 ай бұрын
Return it ALL!
@MynameisThirteen
@MynameisThirteen 8 ай бұрын
I had never thought about spending money as a hobby. It hit me like a ton of bricks. It's such a simple and obvious concept, but I had never seen it like that. You are completely right. I am getting all of my unread books from the shelf right now. And thank you. It's so weird to say, but you actually might have made a considerable difference in my life with a 7 minute video. I know it sounds like an exaggeration , but I actually mean it. Thanks. I am saving this video so I can watch it anytime I am tempted to just go buy something to feel some satisfaction.
@lawrenrich6419
@lawrenrich6419 7 ай бұрын
Staying off social media is very helpful for me … that’s why I’m here haha .. but not seeing what everyone else owns or is selling is good thing
@ros8986
@ros8986 24 күн бұрын
I prefer to think everything is a good thing, but very few things are good things for me.
@MarkN67
@MarkN67 7 ай бұрын
Some great advice here. One thing that stopped me spending money was to come off of social media. My life is so much better now, more money and closer relationships with my friends because we use things like the phone and texts etc rather than just “liking” stuff.
@cristiantotan
@cristiantotan 8 ай бұрын
Wow Nicholas... thank you dude. I'm only 21 so I'm young and still have a lot to learn but this video gave me a needed wake up call. I found my issue is that I have too many hobbies and I always want the best gear/thing in that hobby. I'm a gear head so I love trying new things out and putting new things to the test. I'm slowing coming to the realization that I can chill out and just enjoy the things that I have and be grateful for them. It's nice to have longterm goals like saving up for a house/apartment, or saving up for a better future car especially since I have so much of my life ahead of me I think this video made me start to realize that I'm doing just fine with the things I already have. So thank you :)
@theworldsurfer
@theworldsurfer 4 ай бұрын
man.even if i'm very broke, almost all of my desires have something to do with buying material things. from a house or a car to a phone or clothes. i been suspecting it could be a problem for some time, this video just came to confirm it lmao
@sgmedia2
@sgmedia2 7 ай бұрын
I've never come across a KZfaqr who actually said, "unsubscribe".
@ExtremelyAverageMan
@ExtremelyAverageMan 2 күн бұрын
*Laughs in Unsubscribe Podcast*
@paulahastings7865
@paulahastings7865 9 ай бұрын
I love borrowing digital books, audio books, and magazines from the library. All free! And playing on our Wii.
@rossiele
@rossiele 8 ай бұрын
I still love my Wii too! 😊
@hardgay7537
@hardgay7537 4 ай бұрын
If you haven't jailbroken and revisited that Gamecube catalog, the Wii is awesome. Path of Radiance is one of those few games that actually mostly lived up to a decade of hyping it up in my head.
@JamesLauricia7
@JamesLauricia7 3 ай бұрын
I’m on a tech detox 😅. I agree with you that 30 days does take the urge away 😊
@wademfp61
@wademfp61 5 ай бұрын
I really appreciate the way you asked for the like and subscribe… not just right out the gate, but after the valuable content, and optionally. Absolutely worthwhile content and valuable information for me, as I do have a spending problem that I need to get control of. Thank you so much for the pointers, I am going to watch this several more times and take lots more notes!
@rakshithadhanapathi
@rakshithadhanapathi 9 ай бұрын
Much needed - thank you so much for sharing this video ❤
@tiashadae1143
@tiashadae1143 9 ай бұрын
With holiday seasons coming up this is a timely video 😃
@reieng9733
@reieng9733 7 ай бұрын
Your videos are just what I need to calm down and get in a good mindset and just reset.. I love it!
@debaratinandan
@debaratinandan 8 ай бұрын
Great video. Really struggling these days to control myself from impulse purchases. Everyone around seems to be purchasing the next best thing and I also feel like I should totally have it. This video was very useful especially to me. ❤❤
@ros8986
@ros8986 24 күн бұрын
What helps me is that I absolutely know, from my experience, that a good purchase takes a lot of thought and examination on my part. If I don't, 90% of acquisitions are mistakes.
@9FatraBbits
@9FatraBbits 9 ай бұрын
I also wait 30 days before purchasing non essential items. Waiting one month means I’ve stayed within my budget and that is so encouraging that I usually don’t make the planned purchase. It’s a good habit. Thank for this thoughtful practical video.
@deepbuzin
@deepbuzin 8 ай бұрын
The part at 6:00 resonated with me more than I expected 🤔 I went and listed a set of “funds” for things that I want that I can’t pay for out of my pocket - everything from shiny toys to big stuff to unobtainium dreams. Let me tell you, it never felt so easy to let go of tempting shiny purchases and set money aside! Thank you for that idea, Nicholas.
@barzun8
@barzun8 2 ай бұрын
the prolem with my hobby (restoring retro tech products, mostly music players) is that it requires me to constantly buy new hard drives, batteries, screens, tools, screws, buttons
@Giuseppe_Paolillo
@Giuseppe_Paolillo 9 ай бұрын
Everytime I watch this channel, it is growing constantly and it’s entirely deserved.
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 9 ай бұрын
Thanks so much ✌🏻
@Giuseppe_Paolillo
@Giuseppe_Paolillo 8 ай бұрын
@@NicholasGarofolaman with this video you moved to 89k something to 92k. Great job for real
@leemanwrong
@leemanwrong 9 ай бұрын
This is one of the reasons i stopped using typical smartphones and switched to a degoogled phone. Now my phone doesn't spy on me and tempt me with ads for things i'm interested in.
@terminator_405
@terminator_405 8 ай бұрын
Great video. I think viewing every item you don't purchase as saving 100% rather than buying something you don't need because it's 20% off is another good way to look at things. I also ask myself is it worth taking away from my future children for this purchase. I don't have kids yet or any on the way, but this makes it super easy for me to not seek comfort or status symbols. I can have hundreds of meaningless $20 purchases, or I can afford a better education for my children.
@thepeopleplaceandnaturepod8344
@thepeopleplaceandnaturepod8344 8 ай бұрын
Once I started my minimalist journey, I learnt to appreciate my things, and make the most out of them
@KingSolrac
@KingSolrac 8 ай бұрын
Wonderful video, the rule of "30 days later, do I really need this item or do I want this item" is one of the most helpful I've learned so far
@georgef3162
@georgef3162 8 ай бұрын
I love libraries, and mine has services beyond free books: board games, 3D printing services, passes to local parks and museums… they even have power tools.
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 8 ай бұрын
That's pretty awesome
@JltAaRr
@JltAaRr 8 ай бұрын
You sir just won a new subscriber just because of this video 👏🏼 August 2022 I moved to the US because of a job opportunity. One year later I’m sick of all the consumerism and how it’s the only hobby most people have.
@angeldeschain0
@angeldeschain0 8 ай бұрын
Where are you from, and how is it different?
@justinking3127
@justinking3127 8 ай бұрын
I can admit I REALLY needed this
@midrifter8008
@midrifter8008 8 ай бұрын
This video is exactly what I needed to hear. Thanks!!!
@cs5250
@cs5250 8 ай бұрын
Boredom is a hard one to overcome. I have often been getting myself out window shopping just to get the little dopamine hits of looking at brand new products on shelves. Amazon is a big spending outlet for me so I’ve had success just adding items to my cart and waiting until the end of the month to buy them. Most of the time I delete them because the passion has left. Just a few weeks ago I almost convinced myself to buy a $700 piano from Costco but today I know that would have put me in a poor financial spot.
@siralator5839
@siralator5839 8 ай бұрын
I would add that a lot of purchases are connected to the idea behind it. Like buying a new running watch because the hope is to be more sporty as a result. Or the new food processor with the hope to eat healthier. What we tend to forget is, that we still need to put in the effort to go out and run even with a fancy watch or still need to cook even with the new kitchen appliance. What I am trying to do is asking myself if I am already doing the effort as a routine before buying a gadget. Not the other way around. Often we buy these things and they are just collecting dust, because we just don't have the routine of using them. When I have an established routine of running or cooking I am still able to buy the stuff, but first get the routine in. And often it sheds new light on whats really necessary, because it is no longer embedded in a theoretical idea but the result of experience. And maybe then one realizes that a purchase is actually due, but its rather new shoes or a better knife. It also helps to align and focus on whats the priority to continue with what has been established.
@bagheera3008
@bagheera3008 8 ай бұрын
Thank you for this video. So rare to find this type of concrete and helpful content in the minimalism space.
@Schloetz
@Schloetz 4 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed the editing and cinematography work that you put into this, it gave the video a lot of character.
@phxmiller
@phxmiller 8 ай бұрын
The clip of you running with the skateboard was hilarious. Thank you for the video, it serves as a reminder to be patient, mindful and intentional of the purchases I want to make.
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching 🙌🏻
@nowherecrow777
@nowherecrow777 8 ай бұрын
i used the same approach (wait for 30 days) and sometimes this leads to procrastination of other things and habitual indecisiveness like being obsessed with reviews & in the end spend more time on them than you should. I think it depends on what's the stuff & the level of necessity. For example I recently bought a protein shaker after at least a year of using poorly designed protein shaker that even inhibits me from drinking enough proteins. If you feel the thing you need to do is hindered by the tools you have and you need a upgrade of gears to be motivated, do so and do not wait for 30 days.
@new-lviv
@new-lviv 8 ай бұрын
Yes. If you really need a thing, no need to think too much about buying it, just weighing pros and cons and a few days for decision should work. However spending a 1000 USD on a new phone when your current one works OK is a good thing to delay for 30 days. I am using Samsung S8 and I'm just not buying any new phone because it does all I need to do, though the temptation is here is already wears out.
@TimBeverythingEDC
@TimBeverythingEDC 8 ай бұрын
Hi from Tasmania, Australia! Awesome video. I took my Daughter to the Library today and signed up. Grabbed a heap of books, and also got a free bag too. I have memories of my Nan going to the library and I’ve always associated it with old books, but they had everything! 👍🏽
@popaoomowmow
@popaoomowmow 3 ай бұрын
I loved seeing you run with your board without jumping onto it. I used to love doing that and had completely forgot about it
@carrietyler9496
@carrietyler9496 9 ай бұрын
I liked this one so much I watched it twice. Thank you!
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@jessgirr1728
@jessgirr1728 9 ай бұрын
I was liking the video but subscribed as soon as you mentioned skating! Roller skating is my favorite hobby 🛼
@szxnv
@szxnv 4 ай бұрын
waiting it out while looking for cothes is incredibly helpful for building a good wardrobe
@jayolovitt5969
@jayolovitt5969 8 ай бұрын
I needed this. Idk whenever I have money there’s this compulsion to spend it. I’m usually good at talking myself out of it, but I’d love to know why I always want stuff without really even wanting what I want half the time.
@yellit1975
@yellit1975 9 ай бұрын
Every time I spend on my debit card, my bank rounds the spending up to the nearest £ and puts it in a savings pot. That’s my guilt free spending money, if I want to buy something and I’ve got the money in that pot; I can buy the item. Once a quarter, I have a no spend month and those savings go into my holiday pot.
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 9 ай бұрын
That’s a cool system to have, I should look into that!
@michal234486
@michal234486 3 ай бұрын
Now I want a watch like this
@PitiPablo_
@PitiPablo_ 8 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for the splendid video, I always tune to your videos whenever I need a reality check on myself
@julianjucom3136
@julianjucom3136 9 ай бұрын
This is what i did before buying my ipad mini. But make it 3 months of debating and watching videos about it. Your videos about the ipad mini helped me to solidify my choice as well. Great video!
@lawrencelau2612
@lawrencelau2612 9 ай бұрын
I need to listen to you more often. lol to re-encourage NOT to buy on impulse. Thank you and great video
@cocoariche
@cocoariche 8 ай бұрын
Great video! My favorite point was your mention of taking up hobbies that have a low cost barrier to entry. Awesome advice 😊
@DavionWest
@DavionWest 8 ай бұрын
Great video!! The way you presented it was brilliant 🙏
@mp7939
@mp7939 9 ай бұрын
This video helped me so much! That's exactly how I felt! I bought unnecessary things to be happy.😢
@dianasantos5841
@dianasantos5841 8 ай бұрын
I can relate 🥲
@hvzelsdiary
@hvzelsdiary 9 ай бұрын
I love the fact that he's mentioning references to Inuyasha for his videos it makes me nostalgic for a short while 😂😂
@aussie8114
@aussie8114 4 ай бұрын
Buying stuff is good as long as you can afford it. We’re here for a fun time not a long time.
@drk7031
@drk7031 8 ай бұрын
Concise and direct message . I like it ,subbed
@drk7031
@drk7031 8 ай бұрын
I’m addicted to buying books reading and listening to audiobooks are my main hobbies . I should go to the library as they’re getting more and more expensive .
@RitaMusicLover
@RitaMusicLover 4 ай бұрын
Try going to thrift stores for used books , they’re much much cheaper :)
@Atopper
@Atopper 9 ай бұрын
I dont know why I found running down the sidewalk with the skateboard so funny! Great video 🤘
@danieli.9252
@danieli.9252 9 ай бұрын
I kept waiting for him to hop on it!
@Atopper
@Atopper 9 ай бұрын
@@danieli.9252 100%
@Micah-countrysidedweller
@Micah-countrysidedweller 8 ай бұрын
So many great tips here, I especially liked the one about hobbies.
@RobEbbutt
@RobEbbutt 9 ай бұрын
Great advice, Nicholas!
@chapman1569
@chapman1569 8 ай бұрын
I am happy to shop less and less now, and each time I go into a store I congratulate myself when I dont succumb to temptation. I try to imagine what the items will add to my life, how I will care and store it. When I was younger I didn't know myself well and I would explore hobbies and dressing style. Now I prefer to go outside and walk, I seek meditation. I still go to thrift shops once in awhile when I look for something in particular and I will look at knick knacks and think: I dont need any of those. I consider thrifts stores sort of like museum that I can touch stuff and remember where in my life I saw that object. But I dont have to bring it home.
@nikonifu
@nikonifu 8 ай бұрын
Something amazing about online shopping for me is that I no longer feel the pressure from a physical person in front of me into getting a product. 90% of times I put things in my shopping cart, I let it sit for a day and completely forget about it. I honestly love the possibility of canceling purchases I did online and return products when they are not what I expected they were (my country has a policy that any online purchase can be refunded and returned within 7 days). Buying something I don't use much is now very frustrating.
@funkymonkey2091
@funkymonkey2091 8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this video, I have always gotten compliments on how I spend my money and my frugalness but it seems I still have some stuff to work on after watching this video
@cratty6090
@cratty6090 8 ай бұрын
Its interesting, how I got recommended your video, right after I made a choice to change my financial situation. I'm not into frugal living, but I can take a few notes on your methods, that would help me achieve my goals. Thank you for your short and informative video!
@HenrikoMagnifico
@HenrikoMagnifico 8 ай бұрын
This video was a great wake up call for me! I ordered the iPhone 15 Pro last week, even though I already own an iPhone 14 Pro and a bunch of older models. I don't *need* those year on year upgrades, and I know I'll just forget about the minor improvements days or even hours after I would have gotten it. Cancelled my order because of this video!
@darkskinamerican7826
@darkskinamerican7826 7 ай бұрын
I stopped being an alcoholic just to find out that I have an addiction to buying things on Amazon
@FuzMustard
@FuzMustard 8 ай бұрын
Much love and wish you the best! The future is bright.❤
@ramemoriescover
@ramemoriescover 4 ай бұрын
Got my idea now. Thanks for this Nicholas. This hits on me sir 🤜🤛
@lauragomezllanos2916
@lauragomezllanos2916 9 ай бұрын
I wish I had a library near my home ❤ seeing your net worth grow is pretty cool!
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 9 ай бұрын
Hi Laura, thanks! 😄
@emilia2411
@emilia2411 9 ай бұрын
try online libaries like Libby
@lsismeiro
@lsismeiro 9 ай бұрын
To avoid buy stuff, mainly electronics, I buy them with all the features I want but keeping conscious of price, meaning best bang for the buck, so no regrets in the future for missing features. As an example I bought a mid/high range smartphone, it has 6 years and still fill my needs, no change for the foreseeable future.
@mrssomeone2143
@mrssomeone2143 9 ай бұрын
I'm 6 years too but with Oppo F1. Now i'm almost 1 year with realme 9i. They are soo good
@SOCyak
@SOCyak 8 ай бұрын
This is something that I’m trying to learn 😊
@dimitri_t8111
@dimitri_t8111 7 ай бұрын
I needed that video, thank you.
@FrFrFrog
@FrFrFrog 8 ай бұрын
Additionally thinking of the environmental impact of my potential purchase usually helps me to reconsider if I really need that item or not - in combination with some of the points you mentioned
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 8 ай бұрын
Well said!
@jessmos3
@jessmos3 6 ай бұрын
i agree! i like bubble tea, but every time I see that plastic cup, and that plastic lid, and that plastic straw... man, I can't do it :v
@roxieetc
@roxieetc 8 ай бұрын
A lot of this stuff I'm already actively practicing, and it really does help with cutting back my spending. The reminder about going to the library instead of buying books was really needed though. I just recently got back into reading as a hobby and omg I can't believe how expensive books have gotten.
@mikellyartisan1384
@mikellyartisan1384 8 ай бұрын
Joining a subscription based reading platform like Kindle Unlimited is also a good way to save money while still reading a good number of books. Not everything is on KU, but there are a decent enough number to keep you occupied.
@romandavidmusic4315
@romandavidmusic4315 8 ай бұрын
I really need this man! Thx brother
@selenajames6439
@selenajames6439 9 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for this video , I really needed it 😅
@swordstochansey
@swordstochansey 9 ай бұрын
Love your videos and this one hits home, which is my I'm commenting for the first time. Thank you! I will try these except some of my hobbies are literally money sinks, but I'll try to be more conscious of it as you suggested and challenge myself.
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for leaving a comment this time around 😄
@stop08it
@stop08it 9 ай бұрын
I’m good with not buying stuff impulsively but FOOD and mostly when I’m emotional or upset about something is a different story. The only thing that holds me back right now is working from home so I have less opportunities to stop somewhere and grab food but that might change soon. It’s so hard to break
@familiar_foes
@familiar_foes 8 ай бұрын
Just found your channel and I love it so much! Thank you for making this kind of content, I really appreciate it!
@NicholasGarofola
@NicholasGarofola 8 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@runthefuture
@runthefuture 4 ай бұрын
You're right that window shopping and impulse purchases have become a hobby in the US. Great insight
@ltltornado3337
@ltltornado3337 9 ай бұрын
I give into things like cravings for sushi, lol. Living in a major US city, the delivery options are endless!! So waiting would not help, but I've found that stocking my kitchen with some unhealthy food options like frozen pizza or mac & cheese and eating as soon as I start to feel hungry make me less likely to spend money on delivery.
@user-ed8lm4bt4c
@user-ed8lm4bt4c 8 ай бұрын
I like this idea
@sambarrado
@sambarrado 8 ай бұрын
Why not stocking it with healthy food? 😂 if you get greens and protein you will feel less hungry afterwards and won’t need to spend anything in delivery ❤
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