Your Shopping Habits Are Ruining Your Finances

In today’s video, I’m breaking down 5 toxic shopping habits that we’ve normalized—like constantly browsing online, buying new clothes weekly, or treating designer purchases like no big deal. These habits are not only draining your wallet, they’re also cluttering your space and impacting your mental peace. I’ll also share 4 tactical strategies to help you stop over-consuming and start shopping with intention. If you're ready to embrace the “buy less, buy better” lifestyle, this episode is your blueprint.

Inspired by the Buy Now documentary on Netflix and my own journey to more conscious spending, this episode is a must-watch for anyone feeling stuck in the cycle of overconsumption.

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Podcast Episode with Christina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqrDVEXa_DA
How to Stop Overspending: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0dI5Zo16Ng&t=1404s


00:00 – The shopping epidemic no one is talking about
01:00 – Key takeaway from the Buy Now documentary
02:00 – Why we’ve normalized buying without reason
03:00 – Habit #1: Browsing as a hobby ≠ normal
04:00 – Habit #2: Buying something new every week
05:30 – Habit #3: Doing regular clothing hauls
06:30 – Habit #4: Owning excess multiples of everything
08:00 – Habit #5: Casual designer shopping isn’t normal
09:00 – Tip #1: Track your expenses = instant accountability
10:30 – Tip #2–4: Cost per use, Project Pan & Closet No-Buy

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