I think a no-buy year is great when you already have everything you need. We were very poor for years, and now that money is better we have a lot to catch up on, trying to replace worn clothes, shoes, and all manner of things, not to mention saving up to buy a second reliable car (no public transportation here, so cars are a must). Plus, those years we were poor were basically no-buy years, so I figure I'm all caught up on no-buying for the time being.
I'm sort of in the same boat. My BF and I just recently moved in together and I'm feeling a little bad about all the things i *want* for our new space. We spent six months without a couch because I kept putting off buying one. We have a great outdoor space and I'd love to get a grill and some outdoor seating but still haven't done it. I grew up in the necessary no buy years and am still learning how to allow myself these purchases without the guilt. over consumption is a serious problem and I'll always try to buy used when I can. But sometimes these trends feel a little alienating. I think Mollie did a good job of describing how to make it work on an individual level.
Really? Which country and which city are you from? How are you poor in your country? Maybe it is a mindset that you adopt because you compare yourself to others.
@@jacqueslee2592 I'm in the United States. Loads of people are poor here. Not having enough money for groceries isn't a mindset. Having only $4 in nickels and needing both gas and bread and having to chose one or the other isn't a mindset. But judging by your comment I'm guessing you've never been poor yourself. I'm happy for you, truly. But maybe don't talk to poor people telling them they're not really poor if you don't understand what it's like to be poor.
Hey Mollie, this is my first no buy year as I'm working my way out of student debt. I keep getting surprised by all the things i already have. It feels so cool to be able to provide for myself. When I have a want/need, I first pause and think about what i already have. I actually go through my stuff. It's a more systematic approach. I love it and I never want to go back. It also helps me to keep my home organized. Lovely to see so many videos from like minded people. I wish you the best of luck for the upcoming months! Greetings, Paula
Thank you for sharing Paula, I am so happy your new buy year has been so successful, excited for you to keep going with it and all the new discoveries! 🙌🏻☺️
I was thinking about this and didn't realize people called it a "no-buy" time. Now I'm finding resources to help me set up realistic goals and exceptions. I am completely broke and trying to claw my way out of debt so I can pay my taxes in a few months & set up emergency funds again. I am setting up my "day count" board to help keep me accountable starting today (or tomorrow, rather... need more research). But I have a house full of stuff and plenty of clothes and all, and far too much in terms of hobby materials and impulsive buys associated to stock up on those things. I have enough; now I need to actually use it and stop with the "retail therapy." Also just bought a sewing machine with my last paycheck so I can repair my own clothes (once I re-learn how to use one). My obvious exceptions to no-buy is pet food & care, home repair items, medical expenses, car maintenance and licensing, absolutely necessary sewing materials, and hygiene/food items I've run out of. Once I figure out how to do an online business, the price for setting up a website and looking for jobs is about the only other thing I can think of that I could possibly need. This big step may well save my home and pet family in this crazy year to come.
I grew up in the 80s, probably the first generation of massive consumption of cheap, foreign made goods. It’s really sad to see how much worse it’s gotten. The crap never breaks down. It will exist for thousands of years! We’re already running out of places to bury all this junk.
I hadn't heard of the no buy year before you talked about it but it seems like such a great journey to be on! I was just wondering, do you allow yourself treats that are non material, like food or going to the cinema?
Thank you for sharing! I do have treats like coffee and movies with friends, I rarely go in access with that so I didn’t make a strict rule about it. However everyone’s need with this challenge are different ☺️
Hello! Are you half Russian? I like the idea of no spend year, but sometimes we spend money only on grocery shopping and nessecary toiletries so it automatically we can call "no spend year".also I've decluttered almost all my clothes so now I need to buy it especially with 4 seasons weather
You're very welcome!! I just saw!!! That's SO cool!! May I repost the video? Awwhhh of course!! Thank YOU for your appreciation! You're really sweet!! 🥺💓
I think we are extremist .. either crazy shopping or no shopping at all.. & Both are bad .. Just buy enough & replace what you can't wear or use anymore.. The goal is not deprivation or embarrassment.. you are not doing any favor to yourself this way . Just take care of yourself buy essential things keep the balance.. Ask your self if I don't buy this what are the consequences.. If the consequences are not that big don't buy .. But if you are sacrificing your basic needs this is just an other form of harm ...
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I think a no-buy year is great when you already have everything you need. We were very poor for years, and now that money is better we have a lot to catch up on, trying to replace worn clothes, shoes, and all manner of things, not to mention saving up to buy a second reliable car (no public transportation here, so cars are a must). Plus, those years we were poor were basically no-buy years, so I figure I'm all caught up on no-buying for the time being.
Thank you for sharing, i am happy to hear you are feeling more financially secure now 🙏🏻
I'm sort of in the same boat. My BF and I just recently moved in together and I'm feeling a little bad about all the things i *want* for our new space. We spent six months without a couch because I kept putting off buying one. We have a great outdoor space and I'd love to get a grill and some outdoor seating but still haven't done it. I grew up in the necessary no buy years and am still learning how to allow myself these purchases without the guilt. over consumption is a serious problem and I'll always try to buy used when I can. But sometimes these trends feel a little alienating. I think Mollie did a good job of describing how to make it work on an individual level.
Yes no buy is a kind of detox that you need when you are overwhelmed…that is not the case for you so it’s totally fine❤️❤️
Really? Which country and which city are you from? How are you poor in your country? Maybe it is a mindset that you adopt because you compare yourself to others.
@@jacqueslee2592 I'm in the United States. Loads of people are poor here. Not having enough money for groceries isn't a mindset. Having only $4 in nickels and needing both gas and bread and having to chose one or the other isn't a mindset. But judging by your comment I'm guessing you've never been poor yourself. I'm happy for you, truly. But maybe don't talk to poor people telling them they're not really poor if you don't understand what it's like to be poor.
Hey Mollie, this is my first no buy year as I'm working my way out of student debt. I keep getting surprised by all the things i already have. It feels so cool to be able to provide for myself. When I have a want/need, I first pause and think about what i already have. I actually go through my stuff. It's a more systematic approach. I love it and I never want to go back. It also helps me to keep my home organized. Lovely to see so many videos from like minded people. I wish you the best of luck for the upcoming months! Greetings, Paula
Thank you for sharing Paula, I am so happy your new buy year has been so successful, excited for you to keep going with it and all the new discoveries! 🙌🏻☺️
I love this. I do no buy weekends, week, and I’m currently doing the month if September.
Amazing!!
I was thinking about this and didn't realize people called it a "no-buy" time. Now I'm finding resources to help me set up realistic goals and exceptions. I am completely broke and trying to claw my way out of debt so I can pay my taxes in a few months & set up emergency funds again. I am setting up my "day count" board to help keep me accountable starting today (or tomorrow, rather... need more research). But I have a house full of stuff and plenty of clothes and all, and far too much in terms of hobby materials and impulsive buys associated to stock up on those things. I have enough; now I need to actually use it and stop with the "retail therapy." Also just bought a sewing machine with my last paycheck so I can repair my own clothes (once I re-learn how to use one).
My obvious exceptions to no-buy is pet food & care, home repair items, medical expenses, car maintenance and licensing, absolutely necessary sewing materials, and hygiene/food items I've run out of. Once I figure out how to do an online business, the price for setting up a website and looking for jobs is about the only other thing I can think of that I could possibly need. This big step may well save my home and pet family in this crazy year to come.
The first thing I’m going to do is to check what I have in my wardrobe. That’s really what I need for the beginning.
Thanks 🙌🏼
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Yaaay can’t wait to watch this later, been waiting for this one 🤩
Appreciate you 💕🙏🏻
I grew up in the 80s, probably the first generation of massive consumption of cheap, foreign made goods. It’s really sad to see how much worse it’s gotten. The crap never breaks down. It will exist for thousands of years! We’re already running out of places to bury all this junk.
Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻
I would love to see a minimal room tour! Or minimalist skincare routine ! I love any minimalist content. Or lifestyle vlogs
Yay, yes, I am definitely excited to do that, I love minimalism content too!
So many people in our modern society could benefit from this challenge.
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I hadn't heard of the no buy year before you talked about it but it seems like such a great journey to be on! I was just wondering, do you allow yourself treats that are non material, like food or going to the cinema?
Thank you for sharing! I do have treats like coffee and movies with friends, I rarely go in access with that so I didn’t make a strict rule about it. However everyone’s need with this challenge are different ☺️
I Love your content, thank you. I am practicing this right now so this video was perfectly timed for me.
So happy you found value in this video, thank you for your kind comment and I am very excited for your journey! 🙏🏻
thank you for sharing your experience ❤❤
Thank you for being here and for you kind comment! 🙏🏻💕
Hello! Are you half Russian? I like the idea of no spend year, but sometimes we spend money only on grocery shopping and nessecary toiletries so it automatically we can call "no spend year".also I've decluttered almost all my clothes so now I need to buy it especially with 4 seasons weather
Thank you for sharing, I definitely see your point! I am born and raised in Russia :)
Love this channel what a grounded women you are.
Thank you for your kind comments 🥺🙏🏻 happy you are here! 💕
lovely video, sooo inspiring!!!
Great follow up to the previous video.
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Girl your buzzcut was SO adorable on you!!! Why'd you shave it all off and may I repost?
Thank you! You can definitely check out my video on why I shaved my hair:) thank you for being here and your kind comment 🫶🏻🙏🏻
You're very welcome!! I just saw!!! That's SO cool!! May I repost the video? Awwhhh of course!! Thank YOU for your appreciation! You're really sweet!! 🥺💓
I actually started no buy year in july this year and the same time decluttering by selling stuff online
Yay so cool! You are almost at a year!
I think we are extremist .. either crazy shopping or no shopping at all..
& Both are bad ..
Just buy enough & replace what you can't wear or use anymore..
The goal is not deprivation or embarrassment.. you are not doing any favor to yourself this way .
Just take care of yourself buy essential things keep the balance..
Ask your self if I don't buy this what are the consequences..
If the consequences are not that big don't buy ..
But if you are sacrificing your basic needs this is just an other form of harm ...
I Ike your too where is it from
Thank you! I thrifted it, but I think originally it’s from Aritzia or one of their retailers:)
.Your video quality is exceptional, and it’s clear they’re made professionally. However, it’s surprising that your views and subscribers aren’t higher. After analyzing your channel, I noticed that your SEO score needs improvement. I’ve taken some screenshots to show you the issues. Would you like to discuss this further?