Money Saving Life Hack

Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you. —Lao Tzu

Life hacks are clever tips, tricks, and shortcuts that make the everyday tasks in life a tad bit easier.

putting your phone in a cup to amplify the sound

using dental floss to cut perfect slices of soft cheese or cake

writing something down to help you remember it better

Catch my drift?

This simple money saving life hack will save you tens, if not hundreds and thousands of your future dollars. It’s going to be rather quick, and if you aren’t paying attention you’ll miss it. Are you ready? Here it is—just because something is on sale doesn’t mean you need to buy it. Let me rephrase it for you. A discounted price tag is not enough reason to make a spontaneous purchase. G

Retailers like Shein, Fashion Nova, and Bath & Body Works are constantly offering "deals" using fun offer codes like GIMME30 or BOGO. Some of the sites don’t even require a code, and the discounts are automatically taken off at checkout.

These types of sales can be extremely enticing. Next thing you know, you’re trying to justify purchases in your head.

Maybe I can wear this dress when outside opens back up!

These sandals will look cute on my vacation I haven't planned yet!

If I add $12 more dollars to my cart they’ll give me free shipping!

Stop it. Do you really need more clothes? Let's be honest. You barely have enough closet space for the clothes you have now. Now I’m not saying you shouldn’t look good and dress well. I am saying the less you spend on things you don’t need, the more you’ll have to save and invest towards your future.

Think long term.

What are some items that you’ve purchased because they were on sale or clearance? Did you really need the items? Are you using them? What else could you have done with that money?