Fill the gap by reading books, cleaning the house, etc.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Yes I suggested reading books, especially if someone would like to read more as a challenge. I can’t say I find enjoyment in cleaning personally 😂 so whilst it’s certainly a needed daily task and can pass the time, I’d find more fulfilment in other goals. But I guess that’s the beauty of it, choose something that’s important to you as a goal as I said in the video, and divert the time and energy into that instead of shopping.
@annicks7385
2 жыл бұрын
Cook books 📚
@dixiesmom4633
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, read anything. I have found it is the escape that helps you learn or takes you to another place. READ or even listen to audio books.
@kateoloughlin8774
2 жыл бұрын
S CT Remember to join your local library you will save a small fortune also some libraries have DVD'S to watch. Kind regards from Ireland Kate. 👱♀️☕☕
@mayragallegos3860
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely learning something new to pass the time , save money , learn a new skill
@sarahcampbell1557
2 жыл бұрын
this has really made me think. I am 50 and have wasted so much money on clothes over the last 30 years, I'm ashamed of myself. I'm going to give the no buy a go for 6 months, then treat myself to an outfit for my son's wedding in June. hopefully after that, i can continue with the no buy and save the money for home improvements. Thank you so much for sharing your journey and tips. I would love to see more videos from you. Congratulations on your house purchase xx
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Oh bless you Sarah, please don’t feel too badly. I’ve bought so much over the years, and we are far from alone. I certainly will buy clothes in the future, and I will probably always own more than I truly need. But nowadays I try to get the greatest value out of my purchases rather than buying things because they were a good deal or I may wear it one day - better to spend twice as much and wear it till it falls to bits, than it be a good deal and hang in the wardrobe with the tags still on! Thank you so much for watching and good luck with your journey!
@sarahcampbell1557
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby thankyou Kirsty. I'm not usually one for New Year resolutions but this concept resoated with me and i' m determined to give it a go. You're a true inspiration xx
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
@@sarahcampbell1557 good luck!
@michelejackson7052
2 жыл бұрын
Yup! I start my No Buy Year today.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
@@michelejackson7052 good luck!
@patriciabilinkas3911
2 жыл бұрын
I did this for two years and was able to pile up money quickly. One thing that helped me was to toss catalogs without looking through them and to stop watching shopping channels. I paid off credit cards, too.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Good tips! I don’t have catalogs and can’t say I’ve ever watched a shopping channel but I know many do so really helpful tip. Thanks for sharing
@cdugral
2 жыл бұрын
Beginning of the year catalogues are flooding my mailbox. I trash them without even looking at them. I need to unsubscribe. But that's not so easy.
@vaderladyl
2 жыл бұрын
Yes I am doing the same with the catalogs. So tempting.
@vaderladyl
2 жыл бұрын
@@cdugral Just stop buying and they will eventually quit sending them to you.
@Lushbaebie
9 ай бұрын
I'm actually starting a low buy year from 2024..I want to live My life intentionally and carefully.. life is short..my financial plan is to pay off my school debt and be financially free.. most times we invite poverty into our lives by buying what we don't need and over spending .. I am going to break the chain of poverty in My life and family..
@KirstyKirby
9 ай бұрын
Good luck!
@kirstenm5908
2 жыл бұрын
I’m finding it easier to taper and oscillate from “low buying” to “not buying at all”, by putting things on wishlists and just leaving them there. Several weeks or even months later, I find myself looking back, deciding that 1) I no longer need or want, 2) had found something to replace it on the wishlist, 3) realized I already had something similar tucked away, 4) the product either has significantly reduced in priced or is no longer available, 5) I found a much much cheaper alternative. Then, I can purchase an item on my wishlist as a reward for a goal accomplishment (such as passing a licensing exam) or for a special day. I also have more time for more important things, when I reinvest the time I spent shopping into doing something more productive - cleaning, organizing, decluttering, reading, studying, exercising, home improvement projects, learning a new language, etc. Taking the time to reassess your needs and wants, and becoming very “strategic” in how you spend your money and time will, in many ways, be life changing.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Kirsten x
@cdugral
2 жыл бұрын
A couple of years ago I did this for a year. I travel 🧳 a lot as a flight attendant an also we shop a lot. That year I did zero shopping and saved all my allowances from the company (apart from food that is). By the end of the year I could pay for a 5 week trip to Argentina 🇦🇷 flights, accommodations food and a trip to Iguazu. And I had so much time during that year. No pressure to go the mall. I could relax in my room, at the beach or just have a stroll. I even downsized on unnecessary expensive coffee shops and restaurants. I realized what was important. And yes concerning clothes I still had enough to wear. Honestly: we only wear only 30% of the clothes we own ….our favorite items and the rest could realistically go. We tend to keep things for emergencies, but still… And 2022 will again be another no/low buy year. I will not be as strict as last time. But I avoid stores, online shops and window shopping (sundays are ok, here the shops are closed)
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Claudia! Great story and insights. 😊
@palestar828
Жыл бұрын
Lucky you to know what having money feels like.... Wow poor you. You're life is so hard
@daisiesandpandas1218
Жыл бұрын
@@palestar828where did they say their life was hard?
@KMcKee-qn6bo
2 жыл бұрын
What has worked for me.... Since most of my ‘nonessential and nonsense buys’ have been on Amazon and EBAY, I am still putting my ‘potential buys’ in the cart, letting them ‘add up’ for a week and then shifting the money amount into my savings account and deleting the items out of my cart and sending them into oblivion. Big and aggressive and proactive wins for my savings. Anything I still want, I do a week ‘cooling-off’ period... as it turns out... I never buy after that week. And may I just say.... thank you, Kirsty, for all the encouragement. It’s been a wonderful gift.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing! I love hearing different ways that have worked for people to challenge their shopping habits and I know other people read the comments and get inspiration too!
@KMcKee-qn6bo
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby Yup... that’s how a true community works. May I just say that I love this ‘authentic’ side of you? Thank you for making that decision.
@gathercreatelivewithleslie8340
2 жыл бұрын
YES, I do this all the time. Let it sit there and when I come back days later I almost always think "nope I don't need that". I also like the hunt at the thrift store to find it second hand.
@EveaGornall
2 жыл бұрын
Great idea!
@cozy.crabcakes
2 жыл бұрын
I do this too, this is a really helpful thing for me. I think of my cart as more of a wishlist. I always wait until the hyperfixation wears off lol. And then delete the item from my cart. It’s a small sweet win every time.
@sarahm3240
Жыл бұрын
Just subscribed after watching your first video “no buy for a year” an eye opener. I am a shopaholic. It’s gotten better after I married but still there. At times I can’t stop thinking about an item until unless I BUY. I find myself obsessing over it and my mind doesn’t rest until it’s bought. And once it comes to me. Sure it makes me happy in the moment. Any tips to break the obsession ?? I have tried to talk to myself, tried to look in the other direction etc. It helps for a minute and then back in that awful trap again. Any tips would help?? I have tried the things you mentioned in this video 😢
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
I really hope some of these tips are helpful to you! I was really surprised how many people wanted to give this a go so I wanted to get this uploaded as close to the beginning of the year as possible. Good Luck!
@czarinatx
2 жыл бұрын
The "sleep on it" works well for me; like you said, by the next day, I couldn't remember what it was!
@ruthwilson6524
2 жыл бұрын
This is the best advice I’ve seen on low buy and no buy. And thanks for being succinct and to the point and not waffling!
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ruth! You’re welcome - I find myself getting so bored when I watch people waffling too! Waffling is absolutely fine for vlogs, but if I want the information, I want it stat!
@robinmazariegos1
2 жыл бұрын
You have encouraged my husband and me to do a low buy in 2022. I agree with you that it is so much better to save up to buy better quality items that you value, rather than a million cheap things. We have not been out to a restaurant in a long time and finally went to a really nice place yesterday. We enjoyed it immensely after depriving ourselves for a while.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Robin, good luck with it! I’m aiming for somewhat of a low buy this year, but need some clothes. As you mentioned though, I’d rather just have a few really nice items that I love than tons of stuff that hangs there unloved! You raise a great point there, if you eat out all the time, it becomes the norm and the feeling of enjoyment isn’t quite the same.
@lonerosenvinge10
Жыл бұрын
Did you succed with the project ? :)
@wendytart9640
2 жыл бұрын
Hey 👋 I found you last week right in time for my No Buy year. I have been leading up to it for a few months now and I watched your videos on your journey and can relate to everything you said about it. I have my whole life and I’m 54 been a BIG shopper and way over spending and justifying it. My husband and I have been living in an apartment for 10 years because of my spending habits 😯 it’s very embarrassing to admit that. I have wasted so much money and so many years on so much stuff I don’t need or even want when I get them. I have given away things I was obsessed with getting and then didn’t even like or use. I don’t work anymore either but my husband makes a good living but the more he makes the more I would spend!!!!! I and determined to succeed in my No Buy and build our saving back which I spent all of on stuff that is so ridiculous I have no words and save money for a better place to live for us.I hope you continue to do KZitem. Congratulations 🍾 on your house.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Bless you Wendy, I always think the first step on the journey is to recognise the issue. Then you can make a plan, and it’s never ever to late to make a change in any area of life. And you are not alone. Since posting videos on my journey I have spoken to so many people who with hindsight wish they had managed money differently. I wish you all the luck in the world with it. 😊
@wendytart9640
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby Thank you so much. I appreciate your insight since you have been there. I look forward to more videos from you. Best Blessings
@robinmeier6048
2 жыл бұрын
Get any job and step up! You sound very SELFISH!!!!
@wendytart9640
2 жыл бұрын
@@robinmeier6048 I am retired. I worked for 35 years.
@missk660
2 жыл бұрын
@@robinmeier6048 You sound very horrible. Go back to your bridge and find yourself a real life so you haven't got to be mean to people that (thankfully) don't even know you
@leastidyworld4365
11 ай бұрын
I really like these videos, I feel like there are not enough out there (on how to shop less).
@KirstyKirby
11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for watching Lea 😊
@2002reginabernardo
2 жыл бұрын
Hey. During the lockdown period I realized that I don't need new clothes. I haven't used most of what I have. I found your channel and decided that 2022 will be my year of not buying. I want to become more aware of myself and only buy what I really need. Thank you for the tips.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Maria! I relate so much re lockdowns and so on, it really made me question the amount of clothes I had. Good luck with it, it wasn’t easy but the money saving made it worth it!
@michelejackson7052
2 жыл бұрын
me too, me too!
@milicamarshastefanovich3312
2 жыл бұрын
We are so conditioned to be heavy consumers that’s it’s hard to even think about not being one. Covid helped me break that habit and I’m in such a better place. In the past year, I’ve hardly purchased any clothing, only what I actually needed. When I did purchase the clothing, I made sure it was heavily discounted and I felt great about it.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Can really relate here. We are sold that life, particularly in the western world is just a conveyor belt of acquiring things and not joining in seems odd to some. So pleased to hear you’ve found a positive in the past two horrible years. 😊
@milicamarshastefanovich3312
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby yes, they have been horrible and I don’t think the worst is behind us. Learning to live below your means will be critical in the next few years. Inflation, food shortages and high basic living conditions will be a hard pill for most to swallow.
@olgamstelveen
2 жыл бұрын
Very encouraging 👏👍! Great tips! Thanks a lot! I , personally, find very helpful the fact that there are more people trying a low buying. For me it easier to resist when I feel that I am a part of low buy community.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Good point. I suppose it’s similar to how people find support and help at diet groups - this is just a financial diet 😉
@brittanyb5942
2 жыл бұрын
I was so reckless with my money in 2021. I racked up over 5k in credit card debt buying things I didn't even need. Starting 2022 I decided to do the $5 challenge and saved my change and pay down my student loans and credit cards with the money I've saved. Praying I will have one of them completely paid off by the end of the year 🙏🏾
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Bless you Brittany - I will be cheering you on from afar!!!
@valc5223
2 жыл бұрын
Don’t know about you but seems like the pandemic made me online buy and things I hardly used…
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
@@valc5223 I know so many friends who did the same. I think for many it was a distraction from the boredom and the feeling of being out of control x
@kateliven2084
Жыл бұрын
Did you do it ?
@_.CHI._
2 жыл бұрын
I literally told God in my head, if he truly wanted me not to spend money on clothes he would let me know & low & behold this video gets recommended.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
I find strange signs in my life too. 😊
@leewright9503
2 жыл бұрын
I have been doing a no buy since Christmas…it’s way easier than I thought it would be, and your tips/tricks are excellent guidelines to follow. Thank you so much!
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
That’s great to hear Lee. I know what you mean, people think it will be crazy hard, and it kind of is at first, but it’s not anywhere near as difficult as the idea of it seems in our minds. Plus I always think as soon as you start to see the savings in the bank it gets a whooooole lot easier! Thanks for watching 😊
@melligolightly
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kirsty, I'm a new subscriber. 🤗 Already enjoy your content very much. My goal is quite different from most people. I don't need to save money, I'm quite frugal in most areas and don't overspend. My problem area is clothing, the constant feeling of not having enough (scarcity mindset) and obsessing over my purchases way too much. I want more peace of mind around shopping, being content with what I own and actually using my stuff!
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
I can understand this. And I think prior to discovering the KZitem beauty community my problem area was always clothing, by a big margin. I’m hoping to dip into some of the psychology of shopping etc in the coming months so hopefully there might be something for you in that too. Thanks for watching! 😊
@melligolightly
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby Thanks for your reply. This sounds interesting, will definitely keep watching. 😊
@spillustrations
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I decided to do a no buy for a few months and it has been almost a month now! And I just go my Mastercard statement and I was so happy to see that the only things on were recurring payments like Disney, Netflix and my charities I support. 🎉😊
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
You got this!
@viella9887
10 ай бұрын
great tips, thank you ! i'm considering doing a low buy in 2024 ☺
@KirstyKirby
10 ай бұрын
Good luck if you do decide to 😊 It’s not easy but I found mine worthwhile
@louisemaris
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kirsty, thanks so much, this is a game changer for me. I love this video and the fact that you don’t waffle you just get to the point with some amazing guidance. I am an emotional spender and my shopping habits have got completely out of control. It’s so easy just to pick up my phone and spend spend spend. I found your channel at exactly the right moment. I’m also joining a no spend year and I’m going to do my absolute best so that I can save up and create a wonderful home for my son who truly deserves it. In the meantime I’m going to focus on decluttering my home and perhaps getting a little bit of money from selling some of the ridiculous purchases I’ve accrued over the years. I’m looking forward to lots more vids from you, thank you! Also congratulations on your house! Xxx
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Louise, apologies for the late reply, I don't always get notifications. I'm so pleased you noticed the lack of waffle! I try really hard to cut it down as it grates on me when I see it in other videos, I tend to do a bit of other content that's a little more laid back and chatty, but keep this type of video waffle free! I wish you the very best of luck with your no spend challenge, its not easy at first, but I found once you see the increments in the bank, no matter how small, it really almost becomes enjoyable as odd as that sounds. Decluttering is a great idea - I have a video coming in the next few days about how it's helped me to save. Oh and thank you for your warm wishes, its so great to be able to say all the saving was worth it! :)
@louisemaris
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby thank you so much! I watched the declutter video this morning and it’s really spurred me on! Looking forward to more vids and in the meantime I’ll be watching all your others. Thanks again for the little pep talk. No spend January is so hard. I’ve got so many emotions around money… stemming back a long way. But determined to overcome them and finally feel at peace with myself in the long run xx
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
@@louisemaris decluttering is awesome during a no buy because you start to see all the stuff you bought and it really stopped any feeling of wanting to shop for me. I’ve been encouraging my mum to declutter and she says the same, once you start, you think why did I buy so much?! You end up not wanting to bring stuff into the house unless you either love it or will 100% use it.
@kubrab.akkaya6340
2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Deals and sales are my weakness 😭 great video, thanks so much! 💕
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
So easy to be drawn in! It’s no surprise companies really like sending us emails to let us know about deals!
@drmelissawest
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this. It is amazing once I made the decision to do a "no-buy" to see what my motivations were for buying and also to see how my relationship to the existing things in my life changed.
@janiec3915
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. March will be my no-buy month. Only food and necessities. I'm tired of buying things thinking they will make me happier and they don't. They just clutter up my home.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Good luck with it Janie. My first experience with no buys etc started in a similar way, I had all this ‘stuff’, all the things that were supposed to be happy, yet I wasn’t. From there I started to try different approaches and I’m hooked. I’ll be cheering you on from afar!
@BeautyBeatdown
2 жыл бұрын
I'm doing a 3 month no-buy, it's the first time ever.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Good Luck!
@ExplorationB
2 ай бұрын
Absolutely you hit thr nail on the head. Fewer things and higher quality. Its harder to find the quality now with expensive brands using cheaper materials than befote however when you find a brand that is good quality the initial investment is worth it. I still have jackets and suit's I got 15 years ago but becauss i spent the money up front i still get compliments
@Ashley-ue1hs
10 ай бұрын
MY ISSUES ARE SEEPHORA AND AMAZON. i WANT TO STOP WANTING STUFF I ALREADY HAVE I NEED HELP
@carmenblahey394
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kirsty! This is my first time on your channel...the first video that I watched of yours. Wow...I am so super impressed. I really enjoy the concept of being more intentional with purchases. You are also so articulate and succinct! Awesome work!!
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Ahh thanks for your kind comments Carmen. I try my best not to waffle as it bores me to a point of distraction in some videos I watch myself. I have other videos where I go for a bit more of a chatty approach but in something like this I try my best to be to the point a glad that’s how it landed 😊
@stormofapril
2 жыл бұрын
Shopping my stash has helped me a lot! To create looks and put myself into thibking what can I create (in relation to eyeshadow looks) to enjoy new things and calm my desperate desire to buy and own. Sorry for my English and thank you for making this useful video. Kisses from Spain ♡
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Don’t worry your English is far superior to my Spanish! Yes I agree with this, in fact I think it challenges you to be more creative when you use what you have rather than to keep buying new things. Xx
@e22ddie46
Жыл бұрын
Hey. Just found your page. While I regularly don't buy stuff, I feel like I go out to eat entirely too much. I'm going to try a few months keeping eating out to a minimum
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
Hi thanks for watching - if you get value out of going out, that's certainly not a bad thing - but a period of time cutting back can be really helpful to reflect on if the cost is worth it, but also helps save some extra funds. Good luck :)
@LucianaVIP1
2 жыл бұрын
I crucify myself every day for having spent so much on things I didn't need and “having the click” so late in life. I will never be able to have all that money back. Much less now that I'm unemployed and old. I hate being so dumb and slow. I don't understand why I was born if it was for me to be this stupid.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Please don’t be so hard on yourself. Hindsight is just like that, we look back and critique the choices we made, but at the time we likely thought they were the right ones. You’re not stupid, many people overspend for a multitude of reasons.
@robinmeier6048
2 жыл бұрын
So grow up and stop!
@rcoop309
2 жыл бұрын
I’m going to give a try because I want to be debt free and buy a home.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Good Luck! It's not easy to do, but it was worth it as I finally managed to purchase my own home. Now to work on paying off the mortgage!
@ML-uk6lu
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic advice. Most people do not have an emergency fund. In times like today this is a great way to build one. All the best to your new path. Thank you.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching. I’m a big believer in an emergency fund. It’s valuable in so many ways, but particularly in peace of mind.
@BarbaraDr2023
10 ай бұрын
This was really helpful
@KirstyKirby
10 ай бұрын
So pleased to hear that!
@gabbykitty5318
2 жыл бұрын
I just had an AH HA moment while watching tip #1..... the reason I haven't been successful yet with a no buy period is because I haven't had a firm goal. without that goal I can't say to myself something like "what do I want more, this yarn or my car paid off"
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Honestly I really do think having a goal, be it debt repayment, house deposits, student loans etc, is key. I would never have been so strict if I hadn’t wanted to own my own place so much x
@laramauss1948
2 жыл бұрын
the corona restrictions threw me into online shopping. Sitting at home and missing friends or other opportunities to go out gave me a unhappy feeling. So I started to shop excessivly.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
You’re not alone Lara, I know lots of people who shopped a lot through the pandemic sort of as a way to cope with the anxiety etc
@lisamaria6644
2 жыл бұрын
Today I am doing a no buy for lip products. I splurge on them due to boredom or emotional or impulsively. But I realized after watching another video and yours, that I should add all makeup and perfumes to the list. In the past I tried to stop spending on lip products, it never worked out. And the days it did work out, I would spend on something else related to beauty. I should probably take a break from sephora, since that's where my biggest spending goes to. 🙃
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Good Luck Lisa! And if it makes you feel any better the very first time I tried to manage my spending on makeup, several years ago now, I was really successful but then went nuts buying random stuff as soon as the period ended. We can’t return anything in the U.K. so I really regretted doing that. I definitely found staying away from stores and not browsing the Internet sites really does help.
@lisamaria6644
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the advice. I stick with buying from sephora and ulta usually because I know I can return what I impulsively spent. Heb used to accept returns but due to covid they changed their policy. But I don't splurge so much on drugstore, like I do with high end.
@lisamaria6644
2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes, I wish my lips were sensitive as my eyes are. That's what lessened my buying on my eyes. I only looked for products that were good for sensitive eyes. Eventually, I got tired of doing eye makeup and didn't have any interest in buying too much eye products. But that's when I switched to splurging on lip products. I splurge so much I don't have money for what I need.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
@@lisamaria6644 i wish we had the option to return. I don’t tend to buy drug store anymore, I prefer high end too. I had fun seeing what was out there when I found the beauty community here on KZitem l, but when I think of what I spent. My my 🤦♀️. I could have had several very high end products (sometimes things I would have written off as too expensive) for the amount I wasted on drugstore stuff that I have since given away.
@fancyandfrugal3454
2 жыл бұрын
I have started my challenge not to buy any clothes this year. Thank you for sharing your journey and tips.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Good luck! 🥰
@Guammaine
2 жыл бұрын
Amazon prime is the worst for me. Already bought things and then went back and canceled orders. I was tired hungry and bored. Seeing that really helped me alot.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
My brother cancelled his Amazon prime membership for a similar reason. He said it was just too tempting to order random rubbish he didn’t even need.
@MusikGirl23
2 жыл бұрын
Bored! Yes this! It’s the endless scrolling.
@princesscharlott1983
2 жыл бұрын
Wow - completely new to your channel and blown away by the decent content and the quality. Really impressive, thank you! Shall recommend you most definitely x
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such a lovely comment and thanks for watching! 🥰
@meowmeow5388
5 ай бұрын
Thank you! I really needed this! I been spending my free time watching reviews on makeup products, clothes, bags etc which I barely even managed to use all of them. I feel like coming across your video made me more determined and to really think about what I need vs wants! I can't agree more with you, I had an ig account whereby I followed all my local clothing apparels during covid period and was always so tempted by it, spending more than what I used to. I guess I'll unfollow them all for better finances and saving plans. Thank you so much!
@AB-hs4cd
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Just discovered your channel, am so glad I found you just at the right time. My spending has increased through all of the lockdowns I think as a diversion/comfort and something to fill the time and I really want to make a change, have more time to do other things I enjoy and feel more financially secure, all things you have mentioned. Thank you for explaining your approach so well and sharing information which is helpful.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! You definitely aren’t alone, many of my friends spent a lot throughout the lockdowns and so on in a sort of coping mechanism. Good luck on your journey 😊
@ashlynnkaplan680
2 жыл бұрын
You know what is really challenging is when you do an impromptu stop at a thrift store and find some thing incredible that is on color tag sale that you end up wearing a lot and using as a staple piece in your wardrobe or it’s a staple seasonal item… Or a beautiful piece of furniture you were looking for. Those times are absolutely worthy of the time. I kind of follow my intuition when it comes on strong to stop and check in. That’s actually the only time that I will go to the thrift now instead of when I am bored or seeking distraction. It’s really interesting how the items I have found from these impromptu stops became well loved items compared to the times I plan to thrift. I actually do spend less and I don’t spend time browsing in the same way.
@Vasalyn
Жыл бұрын
Great video! I'm trying to do a low buy this year.
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
Good luck with it! It’s not something I tend to do on a permanent basis, but it’s a great tool to help savings, to manage the cost of living, or to simply identify shopping habits. X
@Vasalyn
Жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby Thank you!
@silviacanciogonzalez5507
8 ай бұрын
I owned the same jacket years ago ❤
@KirstyKirby
8 ай бұрын
I still have this cardigan! It’s still in lovely condition 😊
@TRLife25
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, reading and working out are definitely something I could do. But finding stuff to do as a family is so hard. They want to go the cinema, go out and eat etc. we have done game nights but you start to get bored. Easier in the summer. But winter is always a struggle. X
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Hi TR! You don’t need to work out or read if it’s not important to you, I was trying to say, you can use the time spent on shopping for something that’s important to you. Sorry if I wasn’t very clear there! Thank you for watching 😊
@ruthwilson6524
2 жыл бұрын
What about movie nights? Take turns to pick a movie and snuggle up together to watch. I did this during lockdown, my boys are between 18 and 28. Make your own pizza nights , buy or make bases and then people choose toppings. Go charity shop shopping with £2 each and see who can get the best item. Try geo caching. Go to the cinema when it’s cheap, use meerkat movies. I worked on only one treat, ie if went to cinema we didn’t go out to eat on the same day. I know it’s hard, but hang in there!
@TRLife25
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kirsty, Sorry I was saying I think they are really good ideas. Just trying to think of similar ideas I can do with kids to prevent us from falling into those traps. Thanks xx Ruth- brill ideas thank you. Particularly the pizza one! Dinner/activity in 1! Thank you xx
@cascadiagrove6367
2 жыл бұрын
Family activities with angsty teens: -something athletic (and possibly free) -something that develops a life skill they desire to leave home with -something crafty -something horizon expanding (travel to your destination of choice can be a reward for good grades, etc.) -something in the kitchen -something to do with their and yours (you can alternate) favorite kind of music -something your family has a history with. Start by opening the possibilities so wide that they could try new things, and then launch yourselves into genuine connection by finding shared interests. They might still participate in an way that reflects their detachment style, but as long as they DO participate, everyone wins, especially kids later in life. TV does not give kids nostalgic memories of family time. This is an opportunity to make memories. 💗🙏
@helenfellows3082
2 жыл бұрын
I do almost all of these. It's so hard to get swept up in spending as a hobby
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
I used to quite enjoy shopping, but I tend to get a bigger kick out of saving now! Mindset is paramount I think.
@jeweloholic
2 жыл бұрын
What helps me is tearing out photos from magazines of what I want or saving the image on my phone. I look at it every day. Then I get sick of looking at it and then don't want it anymore.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Mickie! 😊 x
@alejandrayogi
11 ай бұрын
Amazing! Thank you 😊
@KirstyKirby
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@astridbyfield2167
Ай бұрын
When I have the urge to buy something I ask myself "Did I leave my house to get this item?" Most times the answer is no, which means I don't need it. If I needed it I would leave home with the intention to buy it.
@hellybelle5
Жыл бұрын
My worst trickling away of funds is second hand shops. I find amazing things, for dirt cheap, but I also have far too much stuff. We are doing a no spend until May 💖
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
Good luck! Yes this is one of my issues with the rise in popularity of ‘thrifting’. Obviously it’s great that more people are interested, but it can be tempting to treat it similarly to ultra cheap fast fashion and buy loads because ‘it’s cheap’.
@LittleMissDeeDee
2 жыл бұрын
This video was recommended to me for a reason 😅
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Ha ha bless you!
@PwnySparklez
2 жыл бұрын
I have been thinking about doing a no buy period myself but working in retail makes it HARD. You see all the good deals before ANYONE.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Bless you, I’ve worked in retail before and I know what you mean. X
@fraserbailey6347
Жыл бұрын
I have had a no buy life. Well, except for second hand books and records.
@sharrongray1837
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing with us all 👍🏻😊 I really really needed this thank you I have got in so so much debt 😔🙈xx
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry to hear that Sharron, glad it came to you at the right time. Getting out of the habit of shopping does help. Xx
@sharrongray1837
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby ❤️
@tawanawilliams9618
Жыл бұрын
My goal pay off debts
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
Good luck Tawana - a very worthy goal!
@ccbarr58
Жыл бұрын
I would save for a minor roof repair. I have a ton of books to be read. Need to work on weight...
@shannilovely
Жыл бұрын
Instagram is my worst enemy.. I love seeing my friends updates, but I get caught by influencers. And then I unfollowed all the influencers, and advertisements came my way! And the algorithm has seen right through me and shows me all the clothes/jewellery I love..
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
Instagram is an interesting one as it certainly can make you feel you don’t have enough, or that shopping and new things daily is the norm. I still use Instagram but make sure I’m viewing it knowing that companies want to sell me something and that even my friends are only showing the highlight reel - no one tends to show the mess they’re too tired after work to deal with, the worn old jeans they are wearing as they’re cleaning today and so on. AI is very clever these days and knows exactly what to show us, I know what you mean about that being a challenge.
@nikol.darling.dvorakova
Жыл бұрын
Great tips!
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@cccupcakeextrasprinkle
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, Great starter / Motivating tips.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching 😊
@teatarot4557
Жыл бұрын
I liked this one too. It's very Zen. My partner has a good attitude to acquiring stuff. He just takes his pick of what's left out on the street! Voila. No money wasted, and no tedious waiting around for deliveries🙂
@ViolinViolaMasterclass
2 жыл бұрын
Yay! YES this is one of my yearly goals. I’ve made a list of things I’d like to buy rather than buying them immediately 😄
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Good luck! I find putting off purchases really does help. So many things that were once on my wish list I’ve ended up realising I don’t really need.
@provisionhpb
2 жыл бұрын
Watching Here Ma'am Have A Blessed New Year To You...
@50LOVESIT
2 жыл бұрын
My elderly late step dad, still DARNED his socks and while helping with any projects would collect and keep any straight nails being pulled out. Know what else he did? Bought a brand new luxury car every few years…..CASH! I need to cope with my ‘all or nothing’ personality. Once I give in on something, I lose my focus. AGREE 100% on just staying out of stores and not browsing aimlessly online!! Buying more stuff never crosses my mind until I do! I know all the marketing and sales techniques……but I’m often caught up in them anyway if I encounter them. 🤦🏻♀️🤷🏻♀️
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Ahhh what a lovely story about your late step dad. Sounds like he was a great character 😊
@50LOVESIT
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby he was WISE. “take care of the pennies and the dollars will take care of themselves”. Getting older/staying active ; “better to wear out then rust out”. 🥰
@abbyk.6410
Жыл бұрын
It's bad that my first thought was "oohh cute top where did she get it!" Glad I clicked and listened 🙃
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂 It’s about 8-10 years old so probably not available any more xx
@lindamoser6317
2 жыл бұрын
Its easy for me for a No Buy. I just don't have the money to spend on excessive buying other than necessities. Can't save anything either. The joys of living on SSA(im being sarcastic of course).
@Meggy215
Жыл бұрын
Something I do is having a token glas. When I want something that I dont really need, I set up a glas where I can drop a self made token in. 1 Token equals one hour of a task I dont like doing or avoid by procastination. And it equals 1€. So if I want to buy something thats 30€ I have to put in 30 hours of work before I`m allowed to buy it. Not only does it motivates me to get stuff done I like to avoid, but it also takes time. Sometimes I need weeks to earn the amount needed and by that time I notice that I just dont actually want it so bad anymore. Plus working 1 hour for 1€ I can spend on stuff I dont need, is a lot of effort. Often, when I reach my goal, I think something like "no, I worked way to hard for this to spend it on such a stupid item". Then I wait for something different that really speaks to my heart and that feels like it's something that deserves my hard earned tokens. Even if I have tokens saved up and can spend them, I stick to the 2 weeks rule. If I still want it then, I can get it.
@TrangHuynh-hz9vb
Жыл бұрын
So difficult when you working so hard and your brain tell you that you deserve a reward lol .
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
That’s why I always say you need a financial goal that you are passionate about.
@michelejackson7052
2 жыл бұрын
This message along with your vid upon the completion of your No Buy Year was inspiring. I am starting mine TODAY. Thank you so much. You are speaking my language, I have just subscribed.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Welcome Michele! Good luck with your no buy. The savings and the changes in my shopping habits were worth it in the end. Will have more videos hopefully up by the weekend.
@michelejackson7052
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby I will be making sure I tune in. I have started a 90 day and went off the wagon several times. Your vid and advice gave me another level of inspiration no one else has given me. I am raring to go!
@santoovolog
Жыл бұрын
You made awesome video
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@lorincox
2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Things we know but need to live out. Thank you!
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@kimkirksey562
2 жыл бұрын
Huuuuhhhhhh....I bought something....it was not an item on my list of 11 things not to buy....I guess that's good...yeah right...I went into one of the four stores I should not go on...I have been more creative in dressing from my closet...I have some empties...lotion...shampoo... Bought a smaller bottle of shampoo for the replacement....
@oliviaacosta6239
2 жыл бұрын
Good tips. The only thing I’m going to do, which gives me joy, is going to goodwills but only buy if it’s on sale. This is better than buying luxury items. I’m also going to keep busy clearing out my junk, reading books, gardening and also pick up hours at work
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Olivia - I suppose it’s each to their own. I would prefer just a few more luxury items (or things I really want, may not necessarily be luxury) than lots of items. But this is kind of the point I want to illustrate, we all have different values, priorities, likes, needs etc. By evaluating our shopping habits and what we value, we get to cut out the things that don’t really bring us value personally, to make more room for the things that do. I enjoy gardening too, a great way to spend time instead of shopping.
@dmn4747
2 жыл бұрын
Yes! This has helped me a lot. I try (and succeed about 75% of the time) in looking on used and second-hand websites for pieces that I feel are missing from my wardrobe. I needed (truly) a fall/spring jacket as all I had were heavy winter coats and found a brand new Levi's denim jacket for 25 bucks. It was awesome AND now I feel it has a story which is fun. My favorite leather jacket bit the dust after years and years so now I'm slowly shopping around for a used one (in real leather to last longer) and am finding some great ones for around 50 as opposed to 200-300 new.
@shirleyburnham2782
2 жыл бұрын
Quality not quantity x
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Agree
@miaik-
2 жыл бұрын
I also like thinking about would I rather have the money or the thing. For example, a sweater is 30€, if someone said to me, I could have that sweater or a 30€ in cash, which one I would want to have? And tomorrow? Which would I choose
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Great point. My job doesn’t feel particularly secure right now and I often think to myself, If the worst happened would I appreciate this item or the money in the bank? If I don’t love the item or truly need it, more often than not it stays in the store.
@egarncarz804
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic point. Shopping ruin almost my life. I am dealing with psychological issues. I go 3 times per week for walking. I really like that I had carriage to changed things.
@cara100681
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely mortified at how much many money I've wasted over the last 20 years on clothes, shoes, bags and make up....on everything! Said once I turned 40 I need to cop on and fund my future and well I turn 41 in June and have made very little headway! I own a lovely 3 bed house and each room if FULL of clothes...just senseless! Going to a hen in a few weeks time and was like ENOUGH!!!! I can wear something beautiful from what I already own. Will I enjoy the hen any less? Definitely not! I've unsubscribed from many retailers and unfollowed bloggers this morning to help my cause. I work shift so have time off mid week a lot and stroll through shops as a hobby or even go into for a appointment and then end up in the shops....this will probably be the hardest element for me to stop. But I need to give it a go.... only came across your videos by chance this morning!
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Bless you Caroline, I can relate, clothing has always been one of my first loves - and yet I look after it all so it lasts years, and I never like parting with it! I do now look at a lot of my beautiful 'going out dresses' and think I could easily have had a few less and worn some a good few more times and been no less happy! You will certainly enjoy the hen no matter what you wear I'm sure. I love a stroll through shops (or at least I used to), TK Maxx was my fave, but I definitely think it caused me to buy so much I didnt need. I stay away now and it has really impacted my saving, as I generally only look for something when I need it. Good Luck with it! I'll be cheering you on from afar.
@TamiBri
2 жыл бұрын
My goal for 2022 is quality over quantity
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
😊
@monicamatthews2960
2 жыл бұрын
Lord….I needed to hear this, thank you 🙏🏽
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it came to you at the right time 😊
@CaitlinSewsSometimes
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! I'm doing a low buy this year and your tips are the most helpful out of all the videos I've watched so far.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Oh thank you - high praise indeed! I haven’t watched hardly any others as I don’t want to be influenced, so I ensure my content is authentic to myself but I’m sure there are some other great ones so thank you very much!
@rosa9079
Жыл бұрын
Want or need. Thanks for all your ideas.
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@bonefidejittabug2828
2 жыл бұрын
So....these are just tips to avoid frivolous spending?
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
There’s a difference between not being frivolous and choosing to not buy anything but the essentials.
@satyapersaud1488
2 жыл бұрын
You are the best, Kristy!! Thank you very much for the incredibly useful insight and advice to start off my "no buy year". Wishing you a spectacular New Year! 🌈☀🌹🙏!
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and for your sweet comment! Hope you have a great start to the new year too x
@satyapersaud1488
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby Thank you! Definitely a great start already and you being a part of that! xx
@dommrav97
6 ай бұрын
day 14 of 31 of my Buy Nothing Month 🎉
@KirstyKirby
6 ай бұрын
🥳
@kp74952
2 жыл бұрын
Similar to "sleeping on it," I feel like if it's something I think about wanting again and again, over weeks to months, then it's probably safe to say it's something that would add actual value into my life and that I will get a lot of use out of. This is one way to parse out the things that you REALLY want, vs. the impulse buys that end up getting shoved to the back of a drawer. I will actually keep lists of things I want too, let it sit, and often later when I come back to those lists, I immediately am able to remove at least 1/3 of what I had put on there.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Yes I would agree, this is really what I am trying to inspire others to do, to shop mindfully. If it’s something you really want, you know you will get value then that’s great! I don’t recommend not purchasing anything as a permanent lifestyle. This video was about those who want to do a ‘no buy’ or a ‘low buy’ and therefore not purchase anything or very little at all. Sorry I must not have got that across properly in my presentation.
@kp74952
2 жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby Sorry if my comment came across as a critique, just meant to add my two cents as to what I have done and another possible method for people to use when trying to buy less. I didn't think you were advocating doing a no-buy or extreme low-buy forever. I enjoyed your video! :)
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
@@kp74952 No not at all, I just assumed I hadn't explained the video properly. For me, what you described is more what I do as a lifestyle, embracing mindful purchases, rather than when on a no buy or low buy. I think if you REALLY want something that's where you should spend, even if it might be deemed luxury to some, rather than the random 'cheap' impulse purchases, as typically they are a bit of a waste of money as they don't offer as much value. Perhaps just a difference in approach. :)
@mischievouscat296
Жыл бұрын
The rent is so high in my city, that I have to be a no-buy just to get by. I envy people who can also save something up for the future.
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
I hope things improve for you in the future x
@mischievouscat296
Жыл бұрын
@@KirstyKirby Aw thank you!
@lizzyagatha
7 ай бұрын
well put
@anitahendricks
Жыл бұрын
🧡
@CarolynDick-r4f
2 ай бұрын
Yes
@gathercreatelivewithleslie8340
2 жыл бұрын
I agree with the buy better quality. It's taken me years to learn this with clothes. But, I also buy second hand clothes too. If they've last from someone else's use and still look good then I pick them up. One thing I do is to make some things myself or do without it. I do our own lip balm, I love Burt's bees, but those are like $3.50 a tube and I just couldn't see doing it anymore. Now I make ours for like 25 cents a tube and it's amazing. I started doing this for face cream, hand cream, facial toner etc. These all use almost all the same base ingredients. Besides no or low buy, learn to do it yourself, repairs, haircuts, sewing, cooking, painting etc.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Yes we are big fans of DIY in my family 😊
@YourMajesty143
2 жыл бұрын
I found it interesting how "old money" doesn't shop the way the rest of us do. They mostly inherit their clothing, homes, & furniture from previous generations - an old fur coat, leather chair, or any other family heirloom. The few pieces they do buy are unassuming, yet timeless and of high quality. Their clothing is meant to hide them from the rest of society, yet have enough longevity to ensure they can be passed down. Old money focuses on legacy and family trust, rather than opulence and fame. They're not fond of "trends" or disposable items. They value the things they own as assets, rather than as consumer goods. This is bc they focus on building generational wealth, so that their lineage will have ongoing security. And when you have security in your wealth and class status, you don't feel the need to prove yourself to anyone or to even "need" society's acceptance. Your station in life is so firmly defined that there's no desire to entertain people's expectations of you - other than your family patriarch/matriarch, the refined tastes of history & culture, and the old guard of decorum & respectability. But the rest of us crave societal acceptance and so we do look to cultural trends to meet the public's constantly ever-changing expectations. That got me thinking that fashion isn't really for the wealthy, but rather for the middle class and the nouveau riche (new rich). It's mainly for those of us who need to buy a sense of self, or rather what we've been taught to believe as consumers. Old money invests in art, culture, and the finer things in life, and they do it quietly. I think it's a good perspective we all need to have. Invest in quality, not in quantity. Savor time and value family. Don't waste energy or $$ trying to buy respect, self-respect is enough and it's free.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the matter. Not all ‘old money’ behaves or thinks in the way outlined here to be honest, nor are the middle classes, the ‘new money’ or the working classes always driven to spend for acceptance from others so whilst I think there are definitely differences driven by culture and upbringing, they don’t apply to all. Not all ‘old money’ buys art and there are plenty that like to throw family money around ostentatiously. Do you watch Anna Bey? She has similar thoughts to you about ‘old money’
@geylekinfraire8596
Жыл бұрын
New subscriber really glad ur recommendation popped up! Thank you for All ur great tips will definitely implement some of them. Will start watching ur other videos enthusiastically for I'm hoping to Save, Save, Save $$ in this new year 😊
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
Best of luck with your saving! Xx
@aryastark9789
2 жыл бұрын
How did you handle subscriptions like Netflix, library etc.? Delete them? Pause? Or have they been an exception?
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, I’ve answered this more comprehensively previously in the comments in the comments but I don’t pay for any subscriptions so there wasn’t anything to cancel. However some people consider these things ‘essential’ when on a no buy. Hope that helps
@loida6837
2 жыл бұрын
Limiting social media
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Loi, I say this in the video.
@nikkil764
Жыл бұрын
Trying this year. My focus is to only buy food, hygiene, and repairs if necessary. Last year I did a capsule wardrobe so I’m in good shape for a no buy year. My only challenge is gifts. How to handle gifts for friends and family? I’m thinking they will have to be an exception because I don’t know how else to handle a wedding, birthday,etc.
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
Good luck! I’ve answered this in more depth in the comments and in other videos, but my family don’t do gifting so wasn’t a consideration I needed to make. If you want to gift you still can - each individual needs to make the ‘rules’ for their no buy as everyone’s life and circumstances are different.
@lenawarelius4195
Жыл бұрын
I needed this tips 🙏 I will save this video and writh down the points so that I can plan around them. Thank you for sharing great tips. Lots of love from arctic Norrway 🙌🌻🌹🏵🌼🌺
@KirstyKirby
Жыл бұрын
So pleased to hear it might be helpful Lena! Hope you are keeping warm! X
@godhams
2 жыл бұрын
I buy everything apart from food & underwear from charity shops!! Charity shops nowadays are the bees knees & u end up buying clothes that are quality that u wouldn't be able to afford otherwise. Everything in my home is from charity shops & I've picked up some amazing stuff!! & if u like to shop more than once a month popping into ur local charity shops feeds that need (I say shops because there's usually about 4 on each high street!) I come away each time with something really fab & I also feel good that I've given to cancer research the local hospice etc.
@KirstyKirby
2 жыл бұрын
I agree there are some absolute gems to be found second hand, this video was really tips for people who want to embrace a no buy or low buy for a period of time, but I agree money can be saved at charity shops for sure.
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