One Habit at a Time to a Consumerist-free Lifestyle Part 3
Leaving your credit card(s) at home - If you are on a tight budget and have a clear amount of money you want to spend when you go out to shop or dine leave your credit card at home intentionally. Bring a little extra cash but make sure you do not have too much in your wallet. This way even if you encounter a product on sale that you don’t really need you won’t be able to buy it since you only have enough in your wallet. Even if you do end up buying that product you’ll end up not buying something you don’t need in order to make ends meet.
Invest - If your money is tied on (profitable) investments you will have less money to spend whenever you want to. In addition to this by making wise investments you will be ensuring that your money will grow hopefully at least enough to offset inflation. Remember to stay away from risky investments though because even though promised interest rates may be high if the investment falls flat you’ll lose your money.
Make it a family effort - Educate your kids about consumerism and its negative effects. Help them find new ways to enjoy themselves without having to rely on things, whether newly bought or not. This way you’ll be reaping several benefits such as more family time, decreased expenses, and an educated next generation.
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