#166 "Just-in-time shopping": Overcome fear-driven purchases, save money and space, and spend mindfully

• Get your 2025 decluttering inspiration calendar http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/2025 
• Come to a Dehoarding Accountability Zoom Session: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ticket
• Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribe
• Podcast show notes, links and transcript: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/

In today's episode, I talk about the strategies I've been trying to address over-acquisition and manage my finances, from savings pots to practising 'just-in-time' shopping. I explain how these methods, alongside mindfully resisting impulse buys and more, are helping me reduce clutter.

• Personal Financial Management
• Dedicated accounts with savings pots for various expenses like glasses, car repairs, and gifts.
• Spending limits.
• Evaluating the necessity of purchases.
• Reflecting on past financial struggles.
• The tendency to overprepare due to fear of scarcity.
• The impact of hoarding on life, such as emotional pain from bereavements.
• The challenge of trusting that resources will be available when needed.
• Shopping Habits and Strategies
• Emphasising rationality in shopping.
• The "just in time" shopping approach to combat over-acquiring.
• Mindful shopping techniques
• Checking existing supplies before shopping.
• Using shopping lists with flexible categories.
• Resisting urge-driven purchases like discounts.
• Mindful Financial Practices
• Exploring alternative uses for money beyond impulse buys.
• Prioritising spending on quality experiences.
• Past Financial Hardship and Emotional Impact
• Past experiences of financial hardship leading to anxiety and hoarding.
• Reflecting on the emotional impact from periods like the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Personal Growth and Overcoming Beliefs
• Encouragement to try despite potential failures.