How I did it: I have had a savings account since age 12. Ever since then my goal was to reach $1,000. On May 11, 2009 I accomplished my goal.
This was hard! I used to love going on shopping sprees.
I can tell you this..
It took hard work (literally...a couple of odd jobs here and there) and a whole lotta sacrifice and discipline.
I hid my debit card for one month. That seemed to help abit. However, I knew where the card was.
I tried not buying anything for one month...the best thing EVER! When the 30 days was over a number things happened. For a while I still didn't trust myself with money. I didn't go into my favorite stores. Or Walmart (small things add up.) Or really any clothing store for that matter. After a great while this behavior became second nature. Secondly, buying anything become almost evil and sickening. As they say it takes 30-40 days to break a habit.
Lessons & tips: don't buy anything for a set period of time. If you know you're going to spend money during this time...throw away your card. You can order a new one from the bank (note: some banks charge a replacement fee for new cards.)
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Hi love your story! Still cant belive you did that and dnt know how that happend but I am similar person to you trying to save every coin I have for my travels.But then it comes my family living far away on the other land when they always need a money,my heart melt and money goes. But still sth is left for small travel…
Maybe I should use you tip and try do not buy anything for a month of june. Keep in touch with your help. thx and congratulations!!!!
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