2 months down, 4 to go
Two months of my shopping ban are officially done! I’ve honestly proven a lot to myself in the last few weeks- at the start of this I’d say that I was optimistic I could do it, but now I really believe that I can. As a reminder here is my approved shopping list: -Essentials: groceries, gas, toiletries -Replacement for something broken or un-useable (only after assessing if it’s really needed) -One book at a time on my Kindle if I’ve finished the last one -One candle at a time, only after I’ve used up all the other candles I already have -Gifts for others Month 2 has gone well, but brought some different challenges. I definitely feel “settled” into the shopping ban. I don’t think about it as much, and now it just feels like it’s a part of my normal life. I’ve also found I’ve become a lot more resourceful with the items I do have. Knowing I need to make what I have work, makes you look at your items with a lot more gratitude. I’ve also continued on my decluttering spree! That’s a