Like others, if I see something in a catalog, I want it! I used to get a computer magazine “for work.” And every time a shiny new model or gadget was displayed, I wanted it! And most of the time I didn’t get it, but sometimes “resistance was futile” and I would purchase something. The answer to overcoming this temptation was to cancel the magazine! That sounds sort of extreme, but it saved me money, not just on the subscription, but also in computer spending sprees. Did I really need those computer items? Not really. My current computer is 3-1/2 years old and is working nicely. It is sufficient for what I need. And since I am not seeing all those shiny new sleek machines, I am not as tempted to upgrade.
I do the same thing in other areas of my life. I love to garden. But I only get one gardening magazine, one that does not have outside advertisements (it only advertises its magazine, products and books). I also only look at a few gardening catalogs. There are four catalogs that I will look at, the rest I pitch. It’s easy to get gardening fever with all the beautiful pictures. So I reduce temptation by only looking at a few.
The eye is the window to the soul. The eye also has a direct connection to your wallet or purse! Sometimes not seeing means saving!
