The One Question to Ask Before Every Purchase

Introduction: The Purchase Question

The one question "Do I love this or just like it?" reduces impulse buys, per The Minimalists. In 2025, this guide explores the question and how Onu’s AI reinforces mindful purchases.

With Onu, every buy is intentional.

Why the Question Works

Benefits:

• Mindful: Distinguishes need from want.
• Savings: Reduces regret buys.
• Clutter Reduction: Fewer unused items.

Example: "Like" $50 shirt skipped saves money.

Question Impact on Purchases

Examples:

Insight: "Love" ensures value.

Step-by-Step: Using the Question

30-day plan to ask before buys:

1. Setup (Days 1–5): Set Onu alert for buys. Example: Shopping reminder.
2. Ask (Days 6–10): "Love or like?" Example: Skip "like" shirt.
3. Track (Days 11–15): Log decisions with Onu. Example: $100 saved.
4. Reflect (Days 16–20): Note regrets. Example: No regrets on "love."
5. Habit (Days 21–25): Make it automatic. Example: Always ask.
6. Review (Days 26–30): Assess savings. Example: $300/month.

Real-Life Example: The Question in Action

Meet Tom, impulse buyer:

• Setup: Onu buy alerts.
• Ask: "Love" for needed items.
• Track: Onu logged $200 saved.
• Reflect: Less clutter.
• Habit: Automatic question.

Result: $2,400/year saved.

Financial Impact of the Question

Benefits:

• Savings: $200–$500/month from avoided buys.
• Mindfulness: Better decisions.

Example: Skipping $50 "like" items saves $600/year.

Context: Mindful Spending in 2025

Trends from Forbes:

• Rise: Mindful questions popular.
• AI: Tools like Onu remind.

Example: "Love it" reduces regret.

Final Thoughts

The one question transforms spending. Onu’s AI makes it habit. Start asking today.

Sources: The Minimalists (2024), Forbes (2025). This article is for informational purposes only and not financial, legal, or tax advice.