Probably the most difficult thing about learning to save money when you shop is adjusting your mindset.  I struggled with this for a very long time and when I finally accepted some basic principles it all fell into place and I began to start saving money. Here are 7 basic steps that will help you shop effectively and save you money. Lose Brand Loyalty Before I started shopping this way I was very particular about the brands that I used.  The same products were in…