When you hear the word “minimalist,” what comes to mind? For some, it might be an extreme approach to living that requires getting rid of all material possessions. For others, it may be a lifestyle that emphasises simplicity and decluttering. No matter how you view minimalism, one thing is for sure: It can be applied to your shopping habits.There was a time I could have been considered a shopaholic. I would buy things on impulse, without giving it much thought. I would end up with a closet full of new clothes I never wore and a house full of trinkets I didn’t need.Retail therapy was a real way of thinking back then. I would spend money to make myself feel better, even though it would only be a temporary fix. I knew I needed to find a better way to shop.Read also: How to stop shopping online for clothes you don’t needIf any of this sounds familiar, keep reading…Then I discovered minimalism and everything changed. I learned how to shop like a minimalist.I stopped buying things I no longer needed. Now, I shop with intention. I buy only what I need and what will bring me joy. I avoid impulse purchases and focus on secondhand and sustainable options. And as a result, my closet has clothes I love and my home is filled with items that have meaning to me.If you’re looking to declutter your life and simplify your spending habits, keep reading for my 12 ways to shop intentionally.Read also: 26 Things I Stopped Buying To Embrace Minimalism
