Understanding the Diderot Effect

According to the Diderot Effect, your life will only become more crowded as more things compete for your attention, so you must learn how to curate, eliminate, and focus on the things that matter.

Reduce your exposure. A trigger or cue initiates nearly every habit. Avoiding the habit triggers that create the Diderot Effect is one of the simplest methods to minimise its strength.

Unsubscribe from marketing emails. Call the periodicals that send you catalogues and ask to be removed from their mailing lists. Instead of going to the mall, meet up with pals at the park.

Purchase things that are compatible with your current system. You don't have to start over every time you buy something new. When shopping for new clothes, seek for products that will complement your existing wardrobe.
When purchasing new gadgets, choose items that will work well with your existing ones to avoid purchasing new chargers, adapters, or connections.

Set your own boundaries. Create limitations for yourself to operate inside to live a carefully controlled life.

Purchase One, Give One. Give something away every time you make a new buy. Purchasing a new television? Instead of relocating it to another room, give it away. The goal is to keep your inventory from expanding. Always curate your life to include only the things that make you happy and joyful.

Let go of your desire for stuff. You will never be satisfied with your level of desire. There is always something new to learn.

Buying a new Honda? You have the option of upgrading to a Mercedes.

Buying a new Mercedes? You have the option of upgrading to a Bentley.

Purchasing a new Bentley? You have the option of upgrading to a Ferrari.

Buying a new Ferrari? Have you considered purchasing a private plane?

Recognize that wanting is only a choice your mind gives you, not a command you must obey.