How do I stop buying things?

How can I stop myself from buying things?

• Lately I've been finding myself buying a lot of things like (apparel & electronics). Now I've started to look at getting an iPhone off Craigslist and feel like I can't pass pass up this deal. I know that I don't really need it, but I want it so badly. How can I stop myself from buying things that are unneeded or at least how do I make myself wait for a better time to buy such things? thanks.

• Answer:

  There are several things you can do: 1) Freeze your credit cards in a tray filled with water. That way you have to unfreeze them, so it gives you time to think. 2) Tear up your credit cards and only buy things when you have cash. 3) Go to the doctor, get a physical, and see if you are bipolar or if there's a reason for this behavior. 4) Get therapy. 5) See if you can figure out on your own what you're trying to do for yourself by buying things. Are you trying to make your self feel better? It's called Retail Therapy, look it up.