If you’ve bought dud Powerball tickets 38 drawings in a row, 39th time’s a charm? Until then, this might make you feel better.
Google looked at the top trending “how to stop buying [BLANK]” searches we’ve been googling this year. And unless you’re a kid, #1 on the list is one of the nerdier addictions you can have.
Here are five things Americans can’t stop buying in 2025 . . .
1. “How to stop buying Pokémon cards.” It’s become a real problem, with full-grown adults FIGHTING each other for boxes of them at Walmart and Costco. One woman recently turned to Reddit for advice after her husband racked up $100,000 in debt.
2. “How to stop buying water bottles.” It seems like everyone has 10 of them now. You’d think ONE water bottle would be enough, but it just isn’t.
3. “How to stop buying books.” If you can afford them and actually READ them, no problem. Otherwise, google the word “library.”
4. “How to stop buying clothes.” If you can’t find room in your closet or dresser, you’ve probably got enough clothes.
5. “How to stop buying fast fashion.” Same as the last one, just CHEAP clothes you buy to keep up with the trends.
