Control Purchases
Half of all purchases are made on an impulse buy. Shop with a pre-made list and stick to the list. Less is more. The less stuff you have the less time, stress and energy is consumed in taking care of that stuff. Having less means enjoying what you have more. When you buy two new shirts, remove two old ones from your closet. Apply this to books, toys, and other purchases. Think twice before buying souvenirs on vacation. Ask yourself:
- Do I already have this at home?
- Do I really need this or do I just want it?
Limit how many things you buy just because you want the item. If you have a desire for your children to grow up understanding that the best things in life are not things, then stop buying them so many things.