The year of less: how I stopped shopping, gave away my belongings, and discovered life is worth much more anything you can buy in a store. By Cait Flanders

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by things and behaviors in your life that no longer serve you? What would it be like to take time to curate your belongings and not buy anything unnecessary for a year? Join us as we discuss The year of less: how I stopped shopping, gave away my belongings, and discovered life is worth more than anything you can buy in a store by Cait FlandersLISTENER WORKSHEET—THE YEAR OF LESSUse while listening or as a post-episode reflection.1. First ImpressionsWhat stood out most to you from this conversation?2. Your Relationship With SpendingWhen do you notice you spend the most?☐ When stressed☐ When bored☐ When lonely☐ When celebrating☐ Other: __________________3. Emotional Spending CheckWhat feelings tend to drive your purchases?What do you hope the purchase will give you?4. Attachment to PossessionsIs there an item you keep even though you don’t use it?What does it represent emotionally?5. Enoughness ReflectionComplete the sentences:I feel like I have enough when…I feel scarcity when…6. Space + Time InventoryIf you spent less time shopping, scrolling, or comparing…I would have more time for:I might feel:7. Gentle ExperimentChoose one:☐ 7-Day No-Buy☐ 30-Day No-Buy☐ Unsubscribe from marketing emails☐ Declutter one drawer☐ Track emotional spending triggersWhat is your intention?8. Closing ReflectionWhat is one area of “less” that might create more peace in yo This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit therapypages.substack.com