The idea of a Spending Fast came from Denise a good friend and workout buddy of mine. We are both dissatisfied with all of the excess in our lives. All of the mindless spending eg: trips to Starbucks, diet Cokes from Sonic, going out to eat, trips to the mall, the movies, and the list goes on and on.
I have really been thinking of ways to simplify my life, so Denise told me about the spending fast. Basically, for one month, we have decided not to spend money on anything that is not essential. Spencer and I sat down and made a list of things that we would not spend money on.
The List:
1. Starbucks (I can make coffee at home and I have a pretty pink thermos to transport it).
2. Barnes and Noble (we both have at least 3 books at home that we have not read yet).
3. Going out to eat (we both love to cook, but we also love to go out so this one has been the most difficult).
4. No theater (This one is for my husband. I love movies too but don't mind if I see them at home).
5. Stay away from the Mall!!! (This one is all me).
This has been a very liberating experience for us. We feel so in control! My husband and I have decided that this is going to be the year that we conserve. Not just money but other things as well (more about this on a future post). We are going to try the spending fast every other month this year. Wish us luck!
This is a great first step toward Simplifying my life.
Do you have any idea/things you do to simplify your life?
Please share!
