Joining a "No Buy" community group can be a game-changer for anyone committed to curbing spending and fostering mindful consumption. In these groups, you'll find a supportive network of like-minded individuals who share similar goals and challenges. The community is a treasure in it of itself, offering a judgement- free space for encouragement and company.

And other times, we put ourselves out there in ways we might not recognize, like just being our authentic, beautiful, imperfect selves in our small corners of the world. Do we sometimes suffer from a vulnerability hangover? Maybe (read: yes). Might we be perceived? Almost certainly. Do we risk rejection, tripping over our words, or struggling with something new? Inevitably, we do. Sometimes we go for it regardless, and what a wonderful thing it is when we do.