PIF's lost or not, I get a kick out of everyone enjoying the Sabbatical for what it is... giving restraint a shot. If someone should fall to temptation, we all get to benefit vicariously through someone else's joy. I enjoyed reading the 2019 Sabbatical as much for the failure follow up stories as anything else. I love it!
Well said, this describes the intent of my participation well.
No hard feelings from me. Despite our best intentions, life throws us curveballs and we stumble. I'm happy for those who complete the sabbatical and don't begrudge people who fall out. I've got a 50% success rate in sabbaticals, myself. Being a part of these has taught me to be much more conscientious about my spending, and I generally enjoy following the threads, even after I fail.
Agreed, even at 0% (0/2) the sabbaticals have helped me to think about purchases and not just buy everything. The first year I was outed due to do a last minute work trip and forgot soap, therefore I bought a can of foamy (which I still have!) and then the 2nd year was a razor I'd wanted for awhile that got me. I enjoyed participated, however no regrets on either.
#38 still in, with no temptations. I am enjoying this sabbatical, and unlike other years I feel more relaxed about it and knowing I can enjoy what I have. Heck, I'm hoping to finish off a handful of soaps this year too. Almost done a Proraso red and Nivea balm.