What causes a clothing shopping addiction?

 What causes a clothing shopping addiction?

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I love clothes because for me it is a form of self-expression.  I am a plus-size woman and wearing pretty clothes is very important to me.  Shopping for good-quality clothes for a good price always catches my attention. My style ranges from Boho chic, preppy, and colorful clothing that allows me to stand out.

I was told to wear mostly black clothing because it would make me look smaller.  I don't care how much smaller it would make me look, I am not about to look boring and predictable.

In the last three or four years, I have noticed that I am constantly online shopping for clothes and I go to the mall and say that I am just window shopping or having lunch at the mall.  My closets are overflowing with clothes. I find that I have to dig under a lot of clothes in order to find a top or pants that I want to wear for the day. 

I don't spend a lot of money at one time because I cannot afford really expensive clothes at this time but I like for my clothes to look expensive.  I always end up at Macy's and I find some great sales but each time I promise myself that I am not going to buy anything else for about three months. 

Using the excuse that the clothes are inexpensive is my way of trying to fool myself into thinking that my shopping addiction is alright. Usually, I go online and check out Thredup because I know that they carry the brands that I like and their clothes look expensive without breaking the bank.

Thredup only sells used clothing.  I am not filling up the landfills with new clothes but I am hoarding clothes like crazy. It is really becoming like a sickness to me.

I also love shopping at Ashley Stewart and Venus when they have sales.  So, you see that I like to save money on my purchases.

It seems like when I receive the clothes in the mail, I start to come down from my high and then want to order something else. I never spend a lot of money at one time but I want to get to the point of wearing all of the clothes that I have.  

Below are some questions that many of you may be asking yourself or to help someone else.

• What does a shopping addiction look like?  A shopping addiction can manifest as a person going to a store and they always have to buy something or they are online a lot looking for deals and most of the time they are ordering something even if they don't really like the thing that they are ordering.
• How to stop a clothing shopping addiction?  You can stop it by putting a post it on your computer to remind yourself that you shouldn't be shopping.  You have to stop responding to advertisements about sales in your email.  Do not go to a website (just to look) or you will end up buying something.  If you are out shopping with friends or alone, do not bring your credit cards and bring a limited amount of money.  If you say that you are only going to buy one thing, try to stick to it.
• Why do I have a shopping addiction?  Well, it comes from a time when I was really broke and I couldn't afford nice clothes.  It is always been ingrained in me that this could happen again and it is a scary feeling to me. 
• How common is shopping addiction?  It is very common.  I actually know some people who have this addiction but they tend to throw good clothes away so that can continue to shop for new clothes every month.
• Is a shopping addiction a mental illness?  I actually believe that it is because you will get sad if you cannot buy something.  It makes you act on impulse in order to satisfy the feeling that you get when ordering or buying something. Some people have a lot of credit card debt because they are out of control. 

If you believe that you have a clothing shopping addiction, contact a mental health professional.  You can also call The Shulman   Center for compulsive theft, spending, and hoarding at  248.358.8508 

LEAFINTY shampoo and conditioner bar

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Hello everyone, today I am sharing my review of LEAFINTY Shampoo and conditioner bar.  This shampoo bar is eco-friendly.  You can recycle the packaging that it comes in.  This bar can fill up three bottles which is a lot of shampoos.

You can save a lot of money with this shampoo bar.  I am totally in love with the fragrance.  It has an herbal fragrance and it lathers quite well.  This wonderful soap has Longsheng rice, and bamboo extract in it and that is a plus.

LEAFINTY sent me this product for my review.  If you are interested in purchasing this wonderful shampoo you can get it right here 

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10 best bath and body products for 2022

 10 best bath and body products for 2022

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I am a bath and body products junkie.  I love taking a bath or a shower with the best-smelling products.

Especially since the weather is getting cooler.  I have done a search for products that will make my skin feel soft and supple and also smell good. 

Below there is a list of 10 bath and body products that I have found that I love and I think you will love also.

10 best bath and body products for 2022

      1. Almond Goats Milk Bar Soap                        

                                                               

                       2. Salvaged Suds Mystery Bar Soap 10 Pack    

 

                    3.  Tiffany & Co. Perfumed   

                           Shower Gel                                                                                                

 4. moringa shower gel        

       5. Florals & Frost White Musk

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      6. Laura Mercier Almond Coconut Honey 

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                          7.    Lovery Almond  Milk and  Honey                                      

Home Spa Body Care 

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       8. Dior J'dore Beautifying                     

 Body Milk       

               9.  Frankincense Myrrh Bar Soap              

        10.  Elizabeth  Arden White                 

           Tea  Pure Indulgence  Bath          

     & Shower Gel     

                      

                                                                               

How to hand wash your clothes in a bathtub or a storage bin

 How to hand wash your clothes in a bathtub or a storage bin

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Handwashing your clothes is something that some people are ashamed to talk about.  If you have needed to wash clothes and you did not have a washing machine this process can seem a bit daunting.  This method is a great way to effectively clean your clothes and sometimes it will get your clothes cleaner than a washing machine.

In the past, I washed clothes by hand because I was broke and this helped me save a lot of money.  Although I now have washing machines, I still like to use this method because it is therapeutic to me.  I still don't like to wring the clothes by hand, so I do have a clothing spin dryer.  This really helps to make this chore so much easier. 

If you have had a power outage, and you still needed to wash your clothes, you just need to have laundry soap a new plunger that you do not use for your toilet, and use your bathtub or a storage bin.  Use anything that you have on hand.  

There are people who like to live off the land and this is the only way that they wash clothes.  Below I am listing the spin dryer that I use and also the clothes drying rack.  Make sure that you have everything on hand that you need to dry your clothes.

• The Laundry Alternative Ninja 3200 RPM Portable Centrifugal Spin Dryer with High Tech Suspension System (Rose)
• Here is another good spin dryerPanda0.6 cu. ft. 120-Volt Gray Electric Stainless Steel Portable Spin Dryer, 3200 RPM
• Laundry folding rackHoney-Can-Do29 in. W x 42 in. H Silver Steel Oversized Collapsible Drying Rack

Best Choice Products Is Having A Great Sale!

 Best Choice Products is having a great sale!

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4-Post Queen Size Modern Metal Canopy Bed Frame w/ Headboard, Footboard

This is a quick sale alert!  

This Queen Size bed is on sale right now. Valid for a limited time, for $179.99. Use coupon code=BCPCANOPY  This is a great deal for you or your child.  Check it out and jump on it right now!

What is a dental aligner?

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I Just Started my Alignerco dental journey, and I had a difficult start.  Since I received my dental aligners, the journey seems like it is getting a bit easier. 

Every two weeks I have to start another tray and although they are tight the first day or so, the pain is bearable.  I thought that I wouldn't do well with eating, brushing my teeth, and the aligners back in my mouth. 

The only problem that I seem to be having is putting the aligners in after having lunch at the mall.  You have to be careful to not leave your aligners in a napkin because they will be tossed out.

I am finding that there are a few changes happening when I change into a new tray.  This is going to be a long process that is for sure.

I have been using different products for the care of these aligners and to keep my mouth clean and fresh.  Flossing every day is really important. I use string floss but I also use a water flosser.

Smile Brilliant has a great dental probiotic that has been very effective at preventing me from having bad breath so I make that a part of my routine every day.

My aligners are made of plastic so I have to be very careful about how I handle them.  I have been instructed not to rinse them under hot water because it could ruin them.    

Below are some questions that people ask about dental aligners.

Why are teeth aligners so expensive?

They are expensive because people have to be trained to make the aligners and it takes a certain skill to get it right to fit your teeth correctly.  At-home aligners are a little cheaper than going to your dentist and they still work.

Are aligners safe?

They are safe but you must visit your dentist to make sure that your teeth are healthy enough to use aligners.

Which clear aligners are the best?

I use Alignerco so I don't know about the other clear aligner companies but Alignerco is the least expensive option.  They also have a day and a nighttime option. So if you don't want to wear dental aligners all day you can get the nighttime aligners and only wear them at night. This is good for people who are busy so they do not have to change their aligners throughout the day.

How long do aligners take to be made?

When I finally got approved to get my aligners, it took four or more weeks for them to be sent to me. 

Do you like Alignerco?

I was very upset with Alignerco at first because taking the impressions and getting them right was a pain in the neck.  Honestly, I didn't think that I would like them at all.  The process is easier once you receive your aligners.  So far, I am pretty pleased with them.  If this changes, I will give you all an update.

If you have tried Alignerco and finished your treatment, please comment and let me know what you think about the company and how your teeth turned out.

Mainstays Folding All-Terrain Wide-Track Wheeled Beach Wagon

Mainstays Folding All-Terrain Wide-Track Wheeled Beach Wagon, Blue by Walmart.com 

This wagon is great for carrying all of the things that you are taking to the beach.  It would also make a great wagon to take with you to carry your groceries when you are doing your food shopping.

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Plus Size Macy’s Last Act And Macy’s BackStage Haul

Macy's Last Act is the best way to refresh your wardrobe with clothing that is cute and so affordable.  I have been able to get clothes for under three dollars.  I make sure that I shop out of season, to get the best quality for very little money.

It takes a long time to go through their racks, but it is definitely well worth it! They also have a shoe department.  Finding name-brand shoes is very easy.  Now, since the fall is about to come in, I will be concentrating on sandals for the spring and summer next year.

I bought beautiful dresses for my daughter for under ten dollars.  It is fun to see what I can score for the day.  You can bring twenty-five dollars, and have a nice amount of clothes.  If you have a Macy's department store with Macy's Last Act or Backstage please go and see what they have.  You will be very surprised!

*Circus NY Eileen Shoes By Sam Edelman*

Circus NY shoes are stylish and comfortable.  I purchased these shoes to add to my collection for the Fall and Winter.  My feet are a size 9 wide, and these shoes are so comfy.  I am a diabetic, so I have to be careful with the type of shoes that I buy. These shoes fit the bill perfectly!

Back To School Must Haves 2022

 

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Shopping for school supplies and clothing can be such a daunting task. It is a time when you have to make some smart choices especially if you have more than one child.

There are so many things that your kids must-have for the new school year. Make sure that you make a list of the things that you still have from last year that is still in good condition that you can use for this year.

If you can start purchasing some supplies in advance it would be the best way to start buying things for your kids.

Make sure to ask your kids what is style this year so they can get stylish clothing and accessories.

Your kids will need pencils, pens, calculators, laptops, tablets, bookbags, and the coolest clothes to wear back to school.

Get your kids the latest lunch box or lunch bags to carry their lunch.

It is best to start with the most needed items and then add some of the things that your kids want the most for this school year.

Right now is the perfect time to get coats, shoes, boots, and sweaters.

You can save a lot of money if you shop now for those items.

Here is a list of retailers who may have sales and products to take advantage of to save money.

Back-to-school shopping guide

1. Walmart sales valid through 9-7-2022
2. Nordstrom Rack  Up to 70% off new markdowns.Valid for a limited time
3. Columbia   Up to 50% off past season gear plus 25% off fall styles valid now through 9/6
4. Target  Great sales on school supplies and just about anything that your child needs.
5. Nordstrom  Pick up some nice and sturdy bookbags for your kids.
6. Abercrombie     Up to 40% off select styles plus an extra 20% off almost everything. Valid now through 8/30
7. DSW   40% off sandals with code TOPFLOPSValid 8/29 through 9/1
8. Under Armour   Up to 50% off outlet items valid for a limited time
9. Back Country  Up to 70% off Labor Day sale valid now through 9/6
10. J. Crew Factory  Up to 70% off Labor Day styles valid 9/1 through 9/4

Remember, that these sales are for a limited time so check them out now so you can get the best buys.