With how easy it is to shop online and buy things in an instant, sometimes we end up wasting money and purchasing things we don’t need.

In this article, we’ll share some basic ways to help you become a more mindful online shopper. By thinking before you spend, you’ll be able to better reach your savings goals.

Online shopping has become increasingly prevalent, but it's also a breeding ground for impulse purchases that can wreak havoc on your budget. Practicing mindfulness while shopping online can help you resist the allure of unnecessary spending.

To gain control over impulse spending, it's essential to understand your current habits:

1. Take note of instances when you make unnecessary purchases online. Are there specific triggers, emotions, or situations that lead to them?
2. Calculate the impact on your finances. Document how much you spend on unnecessary purchases over a specific period, whether it's a week or a month.

Once you start to understand your spending patterns and identify barriers, it's time to put your mindful shopping habits into action.

At first, mindful shopping might take a few extra steps to implement, but eventually, it’ll become a powerful money-saving habit.

If you’re looking for some extra help, try our Mindful Shopping Workbook. This workbook will show you how to start shopping mindfully — and how doing so can benefit your finances.