Preparing to launch

I listened to this audiobook this week and it enabled me to put some of the practical finishing touches to the project that's been brewing in me for a few months now - see next post.

My project is not about spending or not spending exclusively but that's an important dimension of it - conscious consumption.

Her ten point preparation list was especially helpful:

1. Why are you doing it?
2. Take inventory and declutter
3. Write 3 lists:

- Essentials
- Non-essentials - things you can't buy
- Approved shopping list - specific things you're allowed to buy

4. Unsubscribe from all shopping emails and sites
5. Set up a shopping ban savings account
6. Tell everyone - especially those you spend most time with - and pick an accountability person
7. Replace costly habits with free things to do
8. Pay attention to your triggers and change your reactions
9. Learn to live without (30 days) or become more resourceful
10. Appreciate what you have

♡