🛒 Why You Keep Impulse Spending—And How to Finally Stop

Do you ever find yourself shopping to feel better—then regretting it later? You're not alone. In this episode, Rachel Duncan, financial therapist, tackles the #1 listener question:

💡 "How do I stop impulse spending when I’m emotional?"

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Inside this episode, we explore:
✔ What impulse spending really is—and why it happens
✔ The emotional triggers behind overspending (hint: it’s not just about “lack of control”)
✔ How dopamine drives impulse purchases—and what to do instead
✔ Practical strategies to replace impulse spending with healthier, feel-good habits
✔ How to plan for “fun spending” without guilt or regret

📢 If you’re tired of impulse spending sabotaging your financial goals, this episode is for you!

 

⏰ Episode Breakdown: How to Overcome Emotional Spending

00:35 | What Is Impulse Spending?
Breaking down the psychology behind impulse buys.

01:29 | Understanding the Emotional Triggers
How feelings like stress, boredom, and sadness drive spending.

02:03 | What Is the Want Beneath the Want?
Discovering the deeper emotional needs behind impulse purchases.

03:01 | The Role of Dopamine in Impulse Spending
Why your brain craves the rush of spending—and how to redirect it.

03:44 | Replacing Impulse Spending with Healthy Habits
Simple swaps that still give you a dopamine boost without hurting your wallet.

05:22 | Planning for Controlled Impulse Spending
How to budget for fun—without guilt or financial setbacks.

06:15 | The Long-Term Process of Change
Why breaking impulse spending habits takes time (and how to stay on track).

07:02 | Community Support & Resources
How to find support & accountability on your mindful spending journey.

 

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