It happens in the blink of an eye.
There are several reasons behind this seemingly spur-of-the-moment reaction.
These days, the temptation to spend is only getting harder to resist.
As we scroll through social media, we see countless videos of influencers shilling products.
And, when we go through our emails, we’re bombarded with irresistible, limited-time discount offers.
Unsurprisingly, our state of mind plays a big part in impulse buying.
Be mindful of the moments leading up to the impulse purchase.
One of the main reasons why impulse buying is so hard to quit is that feeling of instant gratification.
To curb this cycle, therapist Jessica Couch recommended an ingenious strategy to Apartment Therapy.
This strategy can do more than distract.
You could also considera no-buy month to further curb your shopping addiction.
attempt to stay focused on them instead of going through categories that trigger your impulse buying.
Generally, using cash instead of swiping your card makes you acknowledge how much money you’re really spending.
To help cut down on unnecessary expenses, make it harder to use your card.
Acknowledge and accept that you might mess up and buy things impulsively sometimes.
Don’t beat yourself up because that’ll just create guilt and possibly lead to more impulse buying.
Consider returning the item if possible.
If not, forgive yourself and create a game plan to prevent the mistake from repeating itself.
