Here are some common complaints I hear about couponers and my take on each of them.
- Couponers are Hoarders- I admit I have seen photos of stockpiles of an overabundance of items. I've even shaken my head at these photos and wonder what the people are going to do with it all. I can speak for myself when I started couponing I said I was not going to turn into one of those people. I have kept my word. I buy what we need, what we will realistically use, what I will donate or help others with. I have passed up on sales because we have enough of said items. Bottom line not all couponers are hoarders.
- Couponers are Shelf Clearers- I truly hate this. I have come across this many times. I myself try not to clear the shelf. I don't go with 10+ coupons for a certain item in one day. The most coupons I will have is 4. When I encounter cleared shelves the first day of a sale it frustrates me. I wonder why they need so much. What time do I have to get up to find a full shelf? Why can't you spread out your shopping throughout the week so others can take advantage of the sale? Yes you will encounter shelf clearers. Not all of us completely wipe the shelves clean. Don't let cleared shelves deter you from saving you and your family money.
- Couponers are Selfish- This is untrue. I know many couponers who not only get things for themselves, but also get things to donate to food pantries, shelters, to help family members or to give to others.
- Couponers try to Shove Savings Down Your Throat- Some people are very passionate about saving and don't understand why others would not want to do it. Coupons are like free money from the manufacturers so why not use it. However, the couponer might not know that you would be tempted to actually spend more if you have a coupon for items you use. You just don't have the time. Other couponers have soured your idea of coupons. You don't feel you need to save. Whatever the reason is a mature couponer should just let it go. The mature couponer might offer to give you some tips on savings if you were to ever change your mind.
- Couponing Takes to Much Time- I used to think this. I used to think if I couldn't dedicate hours in my day to couponing I wouldn't save. This is very untrue. Just by purchasing items on sale you are saving. Flipping through a few inserts before you head to the store to gather coupons for items you are buying can help you save a little more. You can coupon on limited time all you have to do is find a method that works for you. I don't spend hours a day. If I did I might be able to save more, but I don't want it to consume my life. Start with 5 minutes a day. Use that 5 minutes to cut coupons, jot down what coupons are in the inserts in front of you, start your grocery list, or just use that 5 minutes to come up with a plan.
Whatever you do approach the topic of couponing and savings with an open mind. Have a great day!!
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