"Shopping for secondhand clothes and home decor aligns with my desire to contribute to a sustainable economy and buy unique, affordable finds. However, the reality is that every time I go thrift shopping, I purchase things that I already have or that are not in the best condition. And then I either end up tossing my thrift store finds or never using them."
"In the article, contributor Jennifer Prince shares what her ETC method is all about. ETC stands for "edit the cart," and involves shortening a list of possible purchases into a thoughtfully curated selection by asking yourself six simple questions before heading to the register. The questions include, "Do I already have something like this that I use? Do I need this? Does this align with my values? Am I willing to pay this price? Is this in good condition? And does this make me happy?""
ETC stands for "edit the cart" and is a six-question method for evaluating thrift-store purchases before paying. The checklist asks whether an item duplicates something already used, whether it is needed, whether it aligns with personal values, whether the price is acceptable, whether the item is in good condition, and whether it brings happiness. Answering "no" to any question indicates the item is not a good fit. The method aims to reduce buyer's remorse, prevent accumulating redundant or poor-condition items, support sustainable shopping habits, and ensure purchases contribute to a cohesive, joyful home or wardrobe vision.
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