Online shopping often leads to impulse buys, with consumers adding items to their carts without needing them. TikTok creators recommend taking a screenshot of desired products to curb these habits. By saving a photo, shoppers can gain time to reconsider their choices, often leading to reduced desire for the item. Experts support this advice, noting that impulsive purchases can trigger pleasure responses but can harm finances. This simple method is being adopted by many as a way to balance immediate gratification against practical decision-making in spending.
"You'd be amazed at how much your desire for something reduces just by snapping a quick pic or screenshot," said creator @renee.benes.
"I screenshot things so I don't buy them; I [then] have to wait at least 30 days, that's my rule!" said creator @mara_sumner.
According to consumer finance expert Andrea Woroch, it's common to make impulsive purchases online, providing a dopamine hit that makes you feel good.
Many find that saving a screenshot helps them reflect and avoid impulse buying, potentially leading to healthier spending habits.
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