The 10 Smartest Purchases I Made This Year | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR

Hannah shares the top 10 smart purchases made in 2018, including a Peak Design backpack, subscriptions that make their lives easier, pet insurance, Kindle, board game, Airstream renovation, emergency-preparedness tools, Solo Stove, Bible study books, and "The Road Back to You" Enneagram study.

Key Insights

• ✋ Carefully consider purchases that will provide value and enjoyment for a long time, like a high-quality backpack.
• 🪡 Choose subscriptions that cater to your specific needs and cancel those that are not being utilized.
• 🐶 Controversial purchases like pet insurance can alleviate stress and potential conflicts in relationships.
• 👾 Embrace digital alternatives for books and other media to save space and improve convenience.
• 👾 Find board games that both partners can enjoy to enhance quality time together.
• 💦 Invest in renovations or modifications to create a comfortable and efficient living/work environment.
• 🚨 Prepare for emergencies by purchasing tools and building an emergency fund.
• 🏕️ Consider outdoor equipment like the Solo Stove to improve camping experiences.
• 📔 Utilize Bible study books for spiritual growth and better understanding of oneself and others.

Transcript

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Questions & Answers

Q: Why did Hannah choose the Peak Design backpack as her number one smart purchase of 2018?

Hannah chose the Peak Design backpack because she was impressed with its design and functionality. She saved up for six months and believed it was worth the investment as a bag she would use every day.

Q: What subscriptions have made Hannah's life easier in 2018?

Two subscriptions that have made Hannah's life easier are YNAB (You Need A Budget), a budgeting tool they use yearly, and the premium community and handbook associated with the mobile internet by Technomadia, which helps them stay updated on the latest internet-related information for their mobile lifestyle.

Q: Why did Hannah consider pet insurance a smart purchase?

Hannah sees pet insurance as not only insurance for their pets' health, but also marriage insurance. It relieves the stress of unexpected veterinary expenses and prevents potential conflicts between her and her partner. She believes it's a small price to pay for peace of mind.

Q: How has the Kindle improved Hannah and her partner's lifestyle?

Initially skeptical, Hannah and her partner embraced the Kindle as it reduced clutter by eliminating the need to carry around physical books. They appreciate features like highlighting and the ability to carry multiple books at once.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Hannah shares the 10 smartest purchases made in 2018, which have brought value and enjoyment to her and her partner's lives.

• These purchases include a high-quality backpack, subscriptions tailored to their needs, pet insurance for peace of mind, a Kindle for convenience, a board game for entertainment, an Airstream renovation for a comfortable workspace, emergency-preparedness tools, a Solo Stove for camping, Bible study books for spiritual growth, and an Enneagram study book for better understanding of themselves and others.