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I canceled Amazon Prime to curb my impulse shopping. It worked better than I expected.
The author canceled her Amazon Prime membership to reduce impulse purchases and save money. She found that running errands and buying directly from smaller companies led to more mindful shopping and a greater sense of control over her purchasing decisions.
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