UBC October 2024 - Guilty Pleasure Shopping Quiz

Hello and welcome back to UBC, almost there!

Today I wanna do something fun for all of us. Inspired by Jasmine's post yesterday, I put together an unscientific quiz that is not to be taken entirely seriously.

She was talking about yarn shopping at Michael's, and I could relate! 

Bath & Body Works, Yankee Candles and Michael’s, (when in the U.S.) are among my guilty shopping locations. Not because of yarn, but crafts and baking  supplies in general, and recently I've been into beads shopping.

My only limitation is typically the weight of the suitcase for the return flight. Otherwise, I justify my impulse purchases with “who knows when I’ll have the opportunity to shop here again”, and at least last time I was proved right: It was a whopping six years ago now.

I am more critical of myself in everyday life. If I buy something that takes up space, I have to be able to realistically say where the new item will live, or which unused item will be allowed to move on in its place.

Humor me and answer the following seven questions. Results will be revealed tomorrow:

What’s Your Guilty Pleasure Shopping Habit?

1. What’s your ideal way to unwind after a long day?

• A) Sinking into a bubble bath or pampering myself with skincare
• B) Curling up with a good book or diving into a podcast
• C) Whipping up something delicious in the kitchen or going out for dinner
• D) Throwing on some workout clothes and moving my body
• E) Planning my next adventure or scrolling through travel blogs

2. What’s your go-to plan for a rainy weekend?

• A) Cozying up with my pet or indulging in some me-time
• B) Finally organizing that closet or rearranging the living room decor
• C) Perfecting my latte art or baking a treat from scratch
• D) Playing a few rounds of my favorite video game or a board game with friends 
• E) Trying a new DIY or craft project 

3. How do you prefer to keep track of your schedule?

• A) I love a physical planner – writing things down helps me stay on top of it!
• B) I don’t schedule things in advance too much; I just go with the flow 
• C) Sticky notes and lists are all over my home – I need the reminders!
• D) My brain is my planner, but I usually jot things down on any paper nearby
• E) I rely on my phone or smartwatch to organize my day

4. You’re heading out for a long weekend. What’s the one thing you can’t leave without?

• A) My headphones and a travel-size skincare set
• B) A small library of books or magazines to read
• C) My favorite snacks and a reusable coffee cup
• D) A comfortable, all-purpose pair of shoes or workout clothes
• E) A camera and a handy travel guide or itinerary

5. What would friends say you’re always talking about?

• A) A new product or hack you’ve tried for self-care
• B) A new book or article you just read
• C) The latest recipe or food trend you’re obsessed with
• D) A new activity you want to try or a wellness challenge you’re doing
• E) The next place you’re planning to visit

6. Imagine it’s your birthday. What gift would make you the happiest?

• A) A luxurious spa day or a box of high-end skincare
• B) A stack of books or a subscription box to a favorite author’s works
• C) A cooking class or some fancy kitchen gadgets
• D) A fitness class pass or the latest activewear set
• E) A ticket to somewhere I’ve always wanted to explore

7. When it comes to social media, which type of post are you most likely to share?

• A) A “self-care Sunday” photo with candles and skincare products
• B) A snap of the latest book or magazine I’m reading
• C) A beautifully plated meal or a recipe in progress
• D) A workout pic or a nature photo from a hike
• E) A shot from my latest trip or a dream destination

Even though it's pretty obvious which type you are, I'm going to publish the results as part of tomorrow's post. For now just tell me in the comments what you think it'll say about you ;-)