I actually don’t recall where I found your posts but whoa they have been impactful! I have been a shopping addict since I was 15 and got my first job at the mall. It is a huge dopamine rush every time I find a new - fill in the blank - mostly clothes & shoes & handbags but can be a trip to Sephora or Target too. The work you’ve done is so so impressive and I applaud and admire you greatly. You should take some time and sit with your incredible accomplishment and empiwering shift.
Thank you so much, Wendy! It makes me so happy that you have enjoyed them and while I wish you couldn't relate to them, I'm glad to be in company with you as we work through our shopping issues 💜
BRAVO 👏 It makes me happy to read how you crossed the challenge to the other side and found freedom. I love that the first items you bought are the red crochet vest and your own blue popcorn cardigan. Red being a symbol for passion and energy and blue truth & clarity. It's the perfect blend of new you with old you. I also love seeing how your style extended to vintage art and flower arranging. As I've said before your photography, presentation and writing are always inspirational. 🌟 Thanks for your sharing so honestly, and artistically with perseverance. Have you thought about portrait photography or even still life? Your use of black velvety tones and light remind me of a modern Caravaggio. Art on Gillian 💖
Thank you for such a lovely comment, Ruby! I have never really thought about either of those things but now you have me wondering if it’s something I might explore further.
Wow, what a great summary of your experience! Even if it wasn’t completely life-altering, it must give you such a sense of power just to know that you did it. I’m glad you were able to replace shipping with other meaningful rituals — I have a young daughter and as she grows, I hope to model a thoughtful approach to consumption (some of my compulsive shopping habits have definitely been learned from my own mother). Thanks for sharing!
I'm so happy that you enjoyed it, Lan. Thanks for reading! And I think it's amazing how you want to set a thoughtful consumer example for your daughter.
Well done, Gillian! I’m finishing my third month, and I wobble about how long I intend to keep going. I see things I think I’d like in the future when I know there will be sales, but the more I think about it, the more I lose interest. Long may this last, because this is definitely the best time for me, with my winter wardrobe waiting to be worn.
I actually don’t recall where I found your posts but whoa they have been impactful! I have been a shopping addict since I was 15 and got my first job at the mall. It is a huge dopamine rush every time I find a new - fill in the blank - mostly clothes & shoes & handbags but can be a trip to Sephora or Target too. The work you’ve done is so so impressive and I applaud and admire you greatly. You should take some time and sit with your incredible accomplishment and empiwering shift.
Thank you so much, Wendy! It makes me so happy that you have enjoyed them and while I wish you couldn't relate to them, I'm glad to be in company with you as we work through our shopping issues 💜
BRAVO 👏 It makes me happy to read how you crossed the challenge to the other side and found freedom. I love that the first items you bought are the red crochet vest and your own blue popcorn cardigan. Red being a symbol for passion and energy and blue truth & clarity. It's the perfect blend of new you with old you. I also love seeing how your style extended to vintage art and flower arranging. As I've said before your photography, presentation and writing are always inspirational. 🌟 Thanks for your sharing so honestly, and artistically with perseverance. Have you thought about portrait photography or even still life? Your use of black velvety tones and light remind me of a modern Caravaggio. Art on Gillian 💖
Thank you for such a lovely comment, Ruby! I have never really thought about either of those things but now you have me wondering if it’s something I might explore further.
Congratulations ! The in-depth posts are really encouraging for me to learn/ponder/plan my own. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Neela!
Wonderful piece. Do you happen to know the style name of that vintage coach handbag? It’s stunning!
I'm glad that you enjoyed it! It's the vintage coach lunchbox bag.
Wow, what a great summary of your experience! Even if it wasn’t completely life-altering, it must give you such a sense of power just to know that you did it. I’m glad you were able to replace shipping with other meaningful rituals — I have a young daughter and as she grows, I hope to model a thoughtful approach to consumption (some of my compulsive shopping habits have definitely been learned from my own mother). Thanks for sharing!
I'm so happy that you enjoyed it, Lan. Thanks for reading! And I think it's amazing how you want to set a thoughtful consumer example for your daughter.
Congratulations! This is really inspiring. I keep starting a no buy and never making it through the month.
PS. I love your hair!!
Thanks Xue! I failed a lot of no buy months so I think that every attempt helps. Re hair: thank you 🩶
Well done, Gillian! I’m finishing my third month, and I wobble about how long I intend to keep going. I see things I think I’d like in the future when I know there will be sales, but the more I think about it, the more I lose interest. Long may this last, because this is definitely the best time for me, with my winter wardrobe waiting to be worn.
Congrats on not shopping for 3 months, Louise! I love how you're taking it day by day, month by month.