They’re Not Deals — They’re Scams (And You Keep Buying Them)

From $40 blind boxes and “lucky scoops” to monthly subscription kits and those $200 to $2,000 advent calendars you’ll see everywhere this season — these “fun” little purchases are carefully designed to drain your wallet and make sure you're broke and dissatisfied with your purchases.

In this video, I’m breaking down the psychology behind why we fall for them (dopamine, FOMO, and fake “value”) — and showing you how to stop paying for maybes.

💸 Stop wasting money on clutter and gimmicks.
🧠 Learn the sneaky tactics behind “mystery” shopping.
🎁 Buy what you actually want — and skip the rest.
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