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Also seenine signs to tell whether a no-spend month is right for you.

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Your decision should be based on what you think will work best for you.

Set Clear Rules

Mychas advised setting clear rules that work for you.

Consumers have to buy certain items like food and gas.

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Most no-buy challenges allow spending on necessities.

To make a no-buy challenge easier, reducing temptation is key, according to Mychas.

For example, Mychas suggested unsubscribing from emails and avoiding places that usually trigger shopping.

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Get Support

Challenges are easier when people have accountability.

Pros

A no-buy challenge can offer greater awareness into shopping triggers and their habits.

Observing how much people consume can also lead to a greater awareness of global consumerism as a whole.

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Additionally, not spending money naturally leads to more savings.

People who participate in challenges can see financial benefits in just a few days or weeks.

A no-buy challenge can also reduce stress.

A no-buy challenge can help alleviate some of that stress.

That lack of support could have drawbacks on a no-buy challenge.

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