Kirti Kulhari has decided to not shop for one year: ‘I was so tempted…’ | Lifestyle News

Hisaab Barabar actor Kirti Kulhari recently revealed that she has resolved not to shop for a year. “I am not shopping. I was in Goa recently, and I was so tempted to shop. But then I took this sort of an oath publicly last September,” she disclosed.“Realising that I have so much of so much already, I don’t want to keep buying stuff. So, for the next one year, I am not shopping for clothes, bags, and shoes,” she told Hauterrfly.
We turned to a psychological expert to understand what it could mean for self-control.
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Delnna Rrajesh, psychotherap, healer and relationship life coach, noted that this isn’t just about shopping, “this is about self-control.”ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO
“I sit across from women, professionals, and young dreamers every day — people who are exhausted, drowning in the need to have more. More money. More brands. More validation. They work harder, push themselves further, sacrifice their mental health, peace, and relationships — just to keep up,” noted Delnna.
However, 80 per cent of what you own does not bring you joy, stressed Delnna. “The excitement fades. The thrill disappears. And what remains? The same emptiness that made you buy in the first place,” shared Delnna.
Are you also shopping more than necessary? (Photo: Getty Images/Thinkstock)
Delnna also emphasised that one is constantly being “sold something — on billboards, screens, conversations”. “Social media is not a window into the world; it is a marketplace for your insecurities. The algorithms know what makes you feel less, so they can sell you more. And like that, you remain trapped in an endless cycle of ‘If I buy this, I will feel better.’ But will you? Or will you just need something else next month?” questioned Delnna.

According to her, one may experience true abundance if they can control their mindless behaviours. “So I challenge you — before your next purchase, pause. Are you buying from choice or compulsion? From joy or insecurity? From freedom or fear? Because the moment you stop seeking validation in things, you start finding it within. And that is the kind of power no one can sell you,” expressed Delnna.Story continues below this ad
If you have similar plans, here are some tips from Delnna:
Pause before you purchase
Before buying, make a l of what you need. When you feel tempted to buy something beyond that, ask: Do I truly need this, or am I filling an emotional gap? If it’s emotional, step away and wait 24 hours. The urge will often pass.
Unfollow the triggers
Social media thrives on making you feel “less.” Unfollow accounts that push unrealic lifestyles and curate content that uplifts, not pressures.

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Write down every purchase. Seeing where your money goes is an eye-opener. You’ll be shocked at how much is spent on impulse buys.
Follow the 30-day rule
If you want something, wait 30 days before buying. If you still need it, it’s a conscious choice—not an emotional reaction.
Set a monthly “No-Spend” challenge
Dedicate one week or even a whole month to buying only essentials. Notice how much you already have and how little you actually need. Have an accountability partner for the challenge to make it more fun! You can pen down savings and gamify it to check who potentially saved more.
Practice gratitude for what you own
Every time you feel the urge to buy, l three things you already have and love. “Appreciation kills unnecessary cravings,” said Delnna.