A no-buy challenge involves setting personal rules to avoid spending on non-essential items for a set period, helping to reduce debt and declutter. Key tips include identifying spending weaknesses, making personalized rules, pausing before purchases, unsubscribing from shopping triggers, and being gentle with oneself during setbacks.
A no-buy challenge involves setting personal rules to avoid spending on non-essential items for a set period, helping to reduce debt and declutter. Key tips include identifying spending weaknesses, making personalized rules, pausing before purchases, unsubscribing from shopping triggers, and being gentle with oneself during setbacks.
The no-buy challenge, where individuals commit to purchasing only essential items for a set period, is gaining popularity as a way to save money and reduce environmental impact. Participants, including a Brooklyn creative director and a San Diego sustainability worker, share their experiences and struggles on social media platforms like TikTok. The trend, which helps people manage debt and curb impulsive spending, also promotes mindful consumption and sustainability.