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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