Buy experiences not things

I published a post titled 100 Things I Love in 2017 and it was a lot of fun to write. A lot has happened in in the five years since I published that post, the most significant of which was a global…

Instead of buying gifts at Christmas and birthdays, check out this list of unique experiences you can gift to your friends and family!

When I feel like I'm stuck in a rut—when life is feeling more like a chore than an opportunity—I look at my calendar, clear some room, and follow this simple but effective formula to help me collect a few golden "moments" once again.

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Bookgains | Mohit Panchal on Instagram: "The real luxuries in life aren’t things you can buy—they’re the moments and experiences that bring peace, connection, and fulfillment. A fulfilling life isn’t about chasing more but cherishing what truly matters. They show us that the simplest things, when appreciated, become the most valuable. Drop ❤️ if this resonated with you!"

Imagine a month where you don’t spend money on ‘wants’—only necessities. The Life-Changing Buy Nothing Challenge is here to help you save cash, clear clutter, and rethink how you use your resources. It’s all about embracing creativity, appreciating what you have, and finding joy in experiences rather than things. You’ll build savings, help the environment, and maybe even discover new interests. Click through for the complete guide on starting your own buy-nothing journey!

In a world where sustainability and frugality go hand in hand, repurposing household items is a smart and resourceful way to save money. Instead of throwing things away or buying new products, consider giving old items a new life. Not only does this approach reduce waste, but it also sparks creativity and can lead to some surprisingly practical solutions. Here are some inventive ideas to help you start repurposing household items and save money in the process.

The joy of using things up is important in our journey of frugal minimalism (frugality pairs exceptionally well with minimalism). Using items until they have nothing left to give allows us the opportunity to fully experience each item. Because if we tire of an item quickly or buy new things frequently, would we still be able to experience the benefits of each item and fully use them? Probably not.