tir the Coco: To Buy or Not to Buy - The Science Behind Shopping and a No-Buy Challenge with Kristy Glass
In this episode of 'Stir the Coco,' we explore the intricate workings of the brain during shopping, drawing insights from Neurology Live and Frontiers Psychology, and examining how different brain regions are activated when making purchasing decisions. Host Carla discusses these findings and their implications on shopping behaviors. Later, a captivating interview with Kristy Glass delves into her bold challenge of not buying clothes for an entire year. Kristy shares her motivations, struggles, and how she's adapting to this lifestyle change. The episode also includes a fun segment where Kristy and Carla share useful Spanish phrases related to shopping. Tune in for an engaging and informative discussion on the psychology of shopping and practical tips for embracing minimalism.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:43 The Science of Shopping
01:19 Brain's Reward System and Shopping
03:00 Different Shopper Types
03:52 Kristy's Shopping Challenge
04:43 Spanish Class: Shopping Vocabulary
09:12 Interview with Kristy Glass
13:02 Kristy's No-Buy Challenge
22:11 Addressing Shopping Addictions
22:49 Unsubscribing from Temptations
23:01 Shopping Your Own Closet
23:18 Wedding Dress Dilemma
24:08 Crafting and Creativity
25:07 Joining the Challenge
26:27 Revealing the Last Purchases
28:59 Paddington Obsession
31:00 Closet Cleanout Insights
33:05 Sustainability and Fashion
33:17 Spanish Word of the Day
33:49 Saying No to Temptations
35:00 Farewell and Good Luck
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