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Published on August 12, 2018 in ABOUTFull resolution (1049 × 1049)

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I didn’t realise just how much trying to “keep

I didn’t realise just how much trying to “keep up” online was affecting the way I spent money.

The random “little treats.” The impulse buys after scrolling. The feeling that everyone else had somehow figured out the perfect wardrobe, home, routine, skincare, fitness plan, holidays, productivity system… all at once.

And without even noticing, I started spending money trying to recreate a lifestyle I was constantly consuming online. Nothing dramatic changed overnight, but these are 5 things that slowly helped me step out of that cycle:

1. I stopped shopping for my fantasy self
I used to buy for the version of me I imagined I could become. Now I try to buy for the life I actually live every day.

2. I started questioning urgency.
Social media makes everything feel time-sensitive. Limited drops. Trends. “Must-haves.” I realised that if I still wanted something a few weeks later, then maybe I actually liked it.

3. I stopped treating spending like self-care
This one was hard. I realised I was using purchases as comfort, reward, entertainment and stress relief all at the same time.

4. I learned to appreciate repetition
Repeating outfits. Rewearing shoes. Cooking the same meals. The internet can make normal habits feel boring, when in reality they’re often what create stability.

5. I focused more on how I wanted my life to feel
Calm. Intentional. Financially peaceful.
Not constantly chasing the next thing.

Ironically, the less I tried to keep up online, the richer my real life started to feel 👏

#mindfulspending

Confidence starts in the little everyday moments🤍

From getting ready for netball practice to stepping onto the court, I love watching her grow into herself more and more each day.

I love that @dovesouthafrica Deodorant is gentle on young underarms while helping support the confidence that carries her through every practice, friendship, and new challenge.

#WeRollDifferent #ChooseConfidence #dovesouthafrica #dovepartner

Almost 2 years of 10k steps later and I can confid

Almost 2 years of 10k steps later and I can confidently say: consistency matters more than perfection.

I don’t magically have more hours in the day… I’ve just built tiny movement habits into my normal life 🤷🏻‍♀️

#10ksteps #walking #walkingpad

Started this platform in the thick of early mother

Started this platform in the thick of early motherhood, never imagining it would one day take us on trips together for campaigns 🥹✈️

She was the reason I started sharing online in the first place… and now it looks like I’ve officially entered my momager era lol

#momager #momblog

Layering matching sweats, stylish sneakers, jacket

Layering matching sweats, stylish sneakers, jackets and caps are my go- to’s to stay warm and comfy this Winter. Super impressed with the variety and these finds from Tekkie Town with great in-store deals, like Buy 2- save R100 for +More customers, you should definitely head instore to build your Winter wardrobe! @tekkie_town

#winterwardrobe

One of the biggest lessons from my mindful spendin

One of the biggest lessons from my mindful spending journey has been this: spending less isn’t the only goal. Spending better is too!

These are purchases I genuinely use regularly, enjoy daily and would 1000% buy again, which honestly makes them more valuable than the pile of “cheap” impulse buys I forgot about two weeks later 😅 Bonus - I bought some of these with my Discovery miles 🙌

#mindfulspending #intentionalpurchases

Layering matching sweats, stylish sneakers, jacket

Layering matching sweats, stylish sneakers, jackets and caps are my go- to’s to stay warm and comfy this Winter. Super impressed with the variety and these finds from Tekkie Town with great in-store deals, like Buy 2- save R100 for +More customers, you should definitely head instore to build your Winter wardrobe! @tekkie_town

#winterwardrobe

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