We’ve all had that moment: you buy something thinking it’s going to change your life, and a week later it’s shoved in the back of a closet.
👉 In today’s episode on YouTube, we’re sharing 50 things we regret buying, and what to do when buyer’s remorse hits.
We’re giving you a sneak peak of the list and how to avoid our fails – but first – we want to share about the type of purchase we DON’T regret…
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🤦🏻♀️ Here are a few regrets that made our top five:
1. That shampoo we bought just because the bottle looked cool. The packaging deserved an award, but the product itself? A very forgettable splurge.
2. The GoPro that was supposed to document our epic adventures. Except most of those “adventures” turned out to be trips to the grocery store.
3. A crossbody bag that seemed like the perfect affordable dupe – until it started peeling within weeks.
4. A stack of secondhand lamps. They were such a “deal” that we grabbed them all, only to discover we didn’t have enough rooms to actually use them.
5. DIY deodorant. Enough said.
So what do you do when you realize you’ve wasted money?
🔄 A few resets to try:
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Get creative before buying. 🎨 Borrow, repurpose, or find a free workaround instead of rushing to order a “solution.”
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Buy it right the first time. ✔️ Dupes often disappoint and end up costing more – hold out for the real version if you know you’ll use it.
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Treat it as tuition. 🤓 A regret purchase isn’t always a waste. It’s part of learning what works (and doesn’t) for you.
Buying regrets happen, but they don’t have to derail your budget or your confidence. Sometimes it’s simply about being more intentional with each purchase and noticing patterns in what truly brings value versus what just takes up space.
Catch the full list and all our strategies for moving forward in today’s episode.
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Here’s to fewer flops and more favorites,
Misti
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