give something away everytime I buy another thing

Today I am filling a box with the crap I don’t need in order to start. Once I’m rid of all the things I don’t need or use I can go about my new way of shopping. It’s cheating if I keep around crap just to trade it for something better. So far my box holds clothing, a DVD player, and toys.

This way if I want a pair of shoes I have to sacrifice a pair I already own. Same with clothes, books, CDs, and toys. I will be forced to put a lot of thought into whatever I buy. I’ll save money, live with no clutter, and appreciate everything I have.

When I acquire one thing I vow to give away another thing of greater or equal size. And it must be done within 24 hours. Even if I just leave it in a public place to be found and taken home.
This might be a problem during gift giving seasons but there is always the magic of the re-gifting.