Please read ♥️ You know I appreciate ALL of your comments, so I definitely want to address the comment about the irony of me saying “don’t shop” and also promoting a nail kit in the same video. For me, doing my nails at home was a goal as part of my no-buy, to save money. I have been fortunate enough to get this kit for free but I had been eyeing them up myself for ages to buy with my own money. And I’m probably going to buy a lot more of these polishes with my own money because I genuinely love the kit. BUT like I usually mention in my videos, please don’t feel pressured to buy something you weren’t already planning to buy, or had never considered. That is impulse shopping and I don’t want to be the cause of that. I’m trying to share tools to help you build up your resilience to impulse shopping, if that’s what you’re looking to do. Which includes being resilient to any ADs I may have too, because as a content creator trying to make a living, I will be posting ads. I don’t want it to feel ironic, because I don’t want to create a false idea that I’m perfect and I never shop or buy anything, or that I expect anyone else will never shop either. We’re all human, we like to treat ourselves, we like to have nice nails sometimes. This is very different in my eyes compared to impulse shopping that comes from a place of lacking and trying to be somebody we’re not, or going into debt just to buy things to make us feel better about ourselves (which never works anyway). But I totally value the point that it can seem ironic to include both of these things in one video. I’d love to know if you feel this is conflicting and would rather I kept any no-buy content as AD free going forward. Love you all ❤
I used to shop things I am not sure about just because it was a trend, time after time I learned so much to stick around what is comfort style and still learning, i want to have a copy of this book, I have been using Kiko nail polish for many years, thanks Gemma! 💕
Same, I always bought based on trends, especially back in my early blogging days. I still love a trend but only the ones that actually suit my style. Xx
@@gemmaamclean I love your fashion style, very chic and timeless, you look amazing with that maxi skirt, well everything you wear basically, have a lovely day Samantha! 💕 Much Love from Nice, France!
Why do people have to comment on things like nails not being painted? It’s so petty to me. I love your content and love what you have to share. I could give two hoots if your nails are painted! Great video Gemma. I read this book and it’s very good!
@@jessicairis3494 thanks so much Jessica! Same, I couldn’t care less if people’s nails are neat when watching their videos but there’ll always be those few comments who like to care too much 🤪 x
1. Addiction can take many forms, and understanding the underlying drivers is key to breaking free. 2. The pursuit of dopamine hits can lead to unhealthy habits and distraction from life's true joys. 3. Abstinence is not about deprivation, but about restoring balance and rediscovering pleasure in everyday moments. 4. Mindfulness is crucial in overcoming addiction, as it reveals triggers and patterns. 5. Self-awareness and insight are essential for lasting change. 6. Experimentation and adaptability are vital in finding what works for each individual. 7. Breaking free from addiction requires a willingness to confront and challenge personal logic. 8. True freedom lies in finding joy and fulfillment beyond fleeting pleasures. 9. The journey to self-improvement is ongoing, and progress is worth celebrating. 10. Recognizing shared struggles fosters empathy and understanding. 11. Small steps today can lead to a brighter, healthier tomorrow.
I find it very hard to find clothes/footwear that I love, suit my petite figure, and are affordable, so I can't really adopt a no-buy policy for the simple reason that my size usually sells out very fast and I have to buy it when I see it, not when I need it. But I am very good at immediately returning the "wrong" purchases, even if they're just a few £, and I only buy timeless pieces, I only use trends as a guide and am not easily led
That’s great! You’ve got a good process going! 😊 It sounds like you only buy what really works for you anyway, so perhaps a no-buy wouldn’t be necessary for you. It’s more for people like my old self who bought everything and anything, whether it suited me or not just because it was on sale or because I was in a mood. X
@@shiraschatz4736 don’t be too hard on yourself lovely, it can be a real challenge to overcome our impulses and behaviors. Maybe you could set yourself a shorter no buy? Even a week or a few days. Something small that you know you can achieve, and each time you achieve a short one it’ll build your confidence. And remind yourself of your WHY. Why do you want to not shop so much?it helps to keep that in mind xx
Thank you for the first comment ♥️ it’s a great book isn’t it! I was definitely reading with shopping in mind so that’s how I interpreted the whole book. I’ll probably re-read it sometime with a little less specific focus and see if I pick up anything else of use xx
@@gemmaamclean My pleasure. Yes, it is a great book. I also read it with shopping in mind. If I re-read it, I’ll probably read it again with shopping in mind as that is what I am battling, currently. xx
@@vija992 doing my nails at home is my way of saving money! It’s not the kind of thing you buy multiple times either, like clothes, so I’m still not promoting constant shopping. But I do see your point! x
Please read ♥️ You know I appreciate ALL of your comments, so I definitely want to address the comment about the irony of me saying “don’t shop” and also promoting a nail kit in the same video.
For me, doing my nails at home was a goal as part of my no-buy, to save money. I have been fortunate enough to get this kit for free but I had been eyeing them up myself for ages to buy with my own money. And I’m probably going to buy a lot more of these polishes with my own money because I genuinely love the kit.
BUT like I usually mention in my videos, please don’t feel pressured to buy something you weren’t already planning to buy, or had never considered. That is impulse shopping and I don’t want to be the cause of that.
I’m trying to share tools to help you build up your resilience to impulse shopping, if that’s what you’re looking to do. Which includes being resilient to any ADs I may have too, because as a content creator trying to make a living, I will be posting ads. I don’t want it to feel ironic, because I don’t want to create a false idea that I’m perfect and I never shop or buy anything, or that I expect anyone else will never shop either.
We’re all human, we like to treat ourselves, we like to have nice nails sometimes. This is very different in my eyes compared to impulse shopping that comes from a place of lacking and trying to be somebody we’re not, or going into debt just to buy things to make us feel better about ourselves (which never works anyway).
But I totally value the point that it can seem ironic to include both of these things in one video. I’d love to know if you feel this is conflicting and would rather I kept any no-buy content as AD free going forward.
Love you all ❤
You can also become addicted to no-buying, saving and being frugal - it happened to me! A happy medium is always the healthiest option
Yes balance is always key, that’s why I think one month is a nice gentle approach to this. X
I was addicted to no-buying. I knew it because I will calculate everything and it make me feel cheap 😅
I used to shop things I am not sure about just because it was a trend, time after time I learned so much to stick around what is comfort style and still learning, i want to have a copy of this book, I have been using Kiko nail polish for many years, thanks Gemma! 💕
Same, I always bought based on trends, especially back in my early blogging days. I still love a trend but only the ones that actually suit my style. Xx
@@gemmaamclean I love your fashion style, very chic and timeless, you look amazing with that maxi skirt, well everything you wear basically, have a lovely day Samantha! 💕 Much Love from Nice, France!
Why do people have to comment on things like nails not being painted? It’s so petty to me. I love your content and love what you have to share. I could give two hoots if your nails are painted! Great video Gemma. I read this book and it’s very good!
@@jessicairis3494 thanks so much Jessica! Same, I couldn’t care less if people’s nails are neat when watching their videos but there’ll always be those few comments who like to care too much 🤪 x
1. Addiction can take many forms, and understanding the underlying drivers is key to breaking free.
2. The pursuit of dopamine hits can lead to unhealthy habits and distraction from life's true joys.
3. Abstinence is not about deprivation, but about restoring balance and rediscovering pleasure in everyday moments.
4. Mindfulness is crucial in overcoming addiction, as it reveals triggers and patterns.
5. Self-awareness and insight are essential for lasting change.
6. Experimentation and adaptability are vital in finding what works for each individual.
7. Breaking free from addiction requires a willingness to confront and challenge personal logic.
8. True freedom lies in finding joy and fulfillment beyond fleeting pleasures.
9. The journey to self-improvement is ongoing, and progress is worth celebrating.
10. Recognizing shared struggles fosters empathy and understanding.
11. Small steps today can lead to a brighter, healthier tomorrow.
@@kishoresoma6534 amazing points ✨ thank you for sharing x
I find it very hard to find clothes/footwear that I love, suit my petite figure, and are affordable, so I can't really adopt a no-buy policy for the simple reason that my size usually sells out very fast and I have to buy it when I see it, not when I need it. But I am very good at immediately returning the "wrong" purchases, even if they're just a few £, and I only buy timeless pieces, I only use trends as a guide and am not easily led
That’s great! You’ve got a good process going! 😊 It sounds like you only buy what really works for you anyway, so perhaps a no-buy wouldn’t be necessary for you. It’s more for people like my old self who bought everything and anything, whether it suited me or not just because it was on sale or because I was in a mood. X
I have a real shopping addiction and always fail on a no-buy. I just have to buy… Makes me really mad.
@@shiraschatz4736 don’t be too hard on yourself lovely, it can be a real challenge to overcome our impulses and behaviors. Maybe you could set yourself a shorter no buy? Even a week or a few days. Something small that you know you can achieve, and each time you achieve a short one it’ll build your confidence. And remind yourself of your WHY. Why do you want to not shop so much?it helps to keep that in mind xx
I read the same book. But I completely missed that acrostic. Also: first comment.
Thank you for the first comment ♥️ it’s a great book isn’t it! I was definitely reading with shopping in mind so that’s how I interpreted the whole book. I’ll probably re-read it sometime with a little less specific focus and see if I pick up anything else of use xx
@@gemmaamclean My pleasure. Yes, it is a great book. I also read it with shopping in mind. If I re-read it, I’ll probably read it again with shopping in mind as that is what I am battling, currently. xx
Great video❤are you Irish?
@@RC_17 thank you! Yes I am ♥️
@@gemmaamclean me too🖤😀I knew your accent straight away
The irony of this video telling to stop shopping and promoting a nail kit all at once, sorry, too funny, lmao
@@vija992 doing my nails at home is my way of saving money! It’s not the kind of thing you buy multiple times either, like clothes, so I’m still not promoting constant shopping. But I do see your point! x