It’s Boxing Day. The sales are everywhere and boy are they tempting. But what if we told you to spend zero dollars today? We know it might sound a little against the holiday spirit to skip out on post-Christmas shopping, but hear us out. Staying in your pyjamas and avoiding today’s sales might just be the best gift you can give your wallet. Canadians, on average, dropped $1,347 during last year’s holiday season — that’s a big chunk of change. So, today, try and resist the urge to head to the mall or check your inbox for “one-day only” deals. Sales can trick you into buying things you don’t actually need, all for the temporary thrill of thinking you’re saving money, while putting you in the red. But if there are things that you actually need and have been eyeing for a while, then we’ve got you covered in our next story.