economic boom! I grew up in the 90's. We saw a huge economic boom in the US and Americans saw an opportunity to try closing the class gap by buying stuff. In the 90's, Americans wanted multiple cars, vacation homes, beautiful home decor, and the clothes that make us look classy, posh, chic, and wealthy. … Continue reading Day 64: Conspicuous Consumerism: What Shopping Can Become
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DAY 22: GOING DEEPER
A friend reached out this week to share that in the midst of this challenge, he made a purchase. He was embarrassed, but I was glad to hear him tell me all about it. "I bought something I definitely didn't need and regretted it afterward," he said. "I think I'm going to return it." After … Continue reading DAY 22: GOING DEEPER
Day 12: Considering Consumer Culture
Maybe I was Worse than i thought! Today I'm feeling like changing my shopping habit is like quitting nail biting. There was this thing I used to do, and it felt really good at the time, maybe it relieved stress, and it didn't hurt anyone, but maybe it had a bigger impact on my life … Continue reading Day 12: Considering Consumer Culture