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Lesson 13 · Written for kid, teen, and little

The Pause Before You Buy

A short pause before buying helps you spot what you actually want.

The idea

An impulse buy is when you buy something the second you see it, without stopping to think. Stores, ads, and apps are built to make that moment feel exciting and urgent. If you pause — even for one day — the excitement usually fades and you can tell whether you really wanted the thing. The pause costs nothing, and it keeps your money free for what matters more to you. ⏳

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Words to know

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Impulse buy

Buying something right away without stopping to think. Like grabbing candy at the checkout because it is right there.

Pause

A short wait you give yourself before you decide to buy. Sleep on it for one night and see if you still want it.

Want

Something that would be nice to have but you do not need. A second pair of sneakers when the first pair still fits.

Regret

The yucky feeling when you wish you had not done something. Like spending $30 on a toy you stopped playing with in two days.

Wish list

A list of things you'd like, so you can decide about them later.

Try it — no accountTrue or false

Swipe true or false about buying in a hurry.

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Waiting a day before buying helps you notice if you really want it.

Swipe the card — or tap.

In the full lesson

  1. 1True or false
  2. 2Put it in order
  3. 3Make the call

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