You believe that through continuous buying and consumption of goods and services, you can stimulate economic growth and improve your quality of life.
Consumerism as a political ideology is centered on the belief that the free choice and decision-making power of consumers should drive the economic structure of a society. It emphasizes the importance of consumer demand, consumer rights, and consumer protection. The ideology poscribes that the consumption of goods and services is not only a right but also beneficial for the economy and society as a whole. It encourages the acquisition of goods and services in ever-increasing amounts, often associating personal happiness, national progress, and economic success with the consumption level.… al progress began to take hold.
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@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How do you think your life would look like if your self-worth was completely detached from your possessions?
@9KFRL9Y1yr1Y
I believe self worth should never be tied to possessions, as they do not represent the kind of person you are.
@9KFTX3HProgressive1yr1Y
They didn't even answer the question right. I think life would be a lot more free if self-worth was detached from possessions.
@9KFRGJP1yr1Y
I wouldn't like that one bit. My life would feel like something completely different than it was before. Life will get sad, and lonely without said possessions.
@9KH8QDW1yr1Y
People have possessions that they like to keep and always have it with them. How would you feel if someone took your possessions.
@9TFZVSV10mos10MO
I think my emotional life would have been improved but not by much as my emotional state is not driven by possessions but rather the people I talk to, I do not believe my self-worth or life would have been different if I had been detached from my possessions, only change I would see would be spending less time on my phone or computer looking at decorations.
@9TFRZSV10mos10MO
My life would be very much the same as my self worth is not attach to my possessions.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
Which do you think contributes more to personal happiness: collecting experiences or possessions, and why?
@9KFR2FY 1yr1Y
collecting experiences im very much a less is more type of person. No one NEEDS a huge mansion or 3 personal jets. Im not saying it's bad to have certain things like that but the people who do always buy more then whats reasonable.
@9KN5DCC1yr1Y
Having more in life can make you happy because you are getting the objects in life that can make you happy.
@9KFR2FY 1yr1Y
How does having more than 1 jet bring someone more happiness? It doesn't their brain chemistry is so off that the idea of having more than someone else gives them endorphins...
@9KFSMFZ1yr1Y
depend on what the position is some positions make experiences. and some experience aren't always the best.
@9KFR5VJ1yr1Y
I think collecting expirences becasue tangile things only last so long while memories can last a lifetime
@9KFR5841yr1Y
Experiences, possessions serve as reminders to our experiences and have no value when they're obtained willy-nilly.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
In what ways can we show love and appreciation without resorting to buying gifts?
@9JP7SYX1yr1Y
Creating art of appreciation. Like Morals or Paintings.
@9JRXYDM1yr1Y
Art tends to have a lot of effort put into it. It can have a much larger meaning than a store-bought gift.
@9JRKHNKIndependent1yr1Y
Some people have created murals(large paintings on walls, buildings, sidewalks Ect. art is a very spiritual thing.
@9JP7S3Y1yr1Y
Being nice and showing care. Just respecting people.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What's the most meaningful purchase you've ever made, and what made it so significant?
@9KKQVZN1yr1Y
A beautiful wig after experiencing medical hair loss as a young woman. It was expensive, but changed my entire self image and confidence and professional identity until my hair began to grow back.
@9KKPDR91yr1Y
The most meaningful purchase I've ever made was the purchase of my car for transportation.
@9KKNYWL1yr1Y
My car. I value my physical freedom and my car is the best medium for me to be physically free.
My Gaming PC as it has allowed me to connect more with my friends and passions in a way I wasn't able to before.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
When was the last time you swapped an item with someone, and how did that interaction differ from a purchase?
@9LCFL251yr1Y
I let my friend borrow a hoodie, I know she'll return it at some point
@9LCFDKHRepublican 1yr1Y
A hoverboard last year. When I bought it, I was really happy and didn't care about how much did it cost. But after two days, I stopped using it and swapped it with my cousin's bicycle. And I felt bad for the money I wasted on it.
@9LCFJMC1yr1Y
No different than going into a store and buying that item
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
When you're feeling down, what non-shopping related activities lift your spirits and why?
@9LF2Q2VRepublican1yr1Y
Hunting, and fishing because I am in the wilderness.
@9LG3VDL1yr1Y
I don’t exactly disagree but it is important that it is sustainable, and doesn’t cause harm for the environment. It is important for people to go out and hunt when an area is overpopulated with a particular species and it causes harm to the ecosystem and it’s inhabitants.
@9LG3SJC1yr1Y
I don't live in the wilderness so this doesn't apply to me, generally I agree that physical activity which releases certain neurotransmitters in your brain will help when a person is feeling depressed, anxious or stressed.
@9LF2RSR1yr1Y
Finding old things that I forgot I owned and being able to put them into use, or clear space by getting rid of them.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How would you define 'enough' when it comes to material possessions?
@9KFR8GQRepublican1yr1Y
Anything is enough. Being too obsessed with dopamine and happiness is too much.
@9KFRJHL1yr1Y
When you have more money than you are able to spend.
@9KFR6N91yr1Y
Enough to live comfortably while also having the choice to live a life that suits your taste. This becomes excessive when you start buying something just to have it/for status.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
If you were to teach someone about the concept of 'enough', what lessons from your life would you share?
look we got iphone but our parents had wire approvement comes with little to big
@9LCG82Q1yr1Y
One example I can give is like food of like candy if you have too much of it after a while you can get tired of it and sick and not want it any more and you can kinda say that you have had enough of that food or candy
When you're talking to someone, be careful to watch what you say because you never know when someone has had enough.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What would be the most challenging aspect of living in a community where everyone's basic needs are met without excess?
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
What are the benefits of slowing down and appreciating what you already have instead of seeking out new purchases?
@9LCNRDC1yr1Y
you'd have more money and be able to save that money for expensive things like a house.
@9LCFNMM1yr1Y
Consumerism is such a large contributor to climate change that attempting to repurpose items that we already have can help prevent further damage to the ozone that comes from mass production in conjunction with the attempted disposal of non-biodegradable material and items
@9LCFNZKRepublican1yr1Y
You can eat the stuff you have in your house instead of going to the grocery store to buy expensive food just for your current craving.
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
How might the concept of 'buying local' impact your community and personal shopping decisions?
@9KV3BS81yr1Y
Consumerism, with its emphasis on constant acquisition, can feel at odds with the idea of buying local. But the "buy local" movement proposes a more mindful approach to shopping, and it can significantly impact both your community and your personal shopping decisions.
@9KV39281yr1Y
I feel like shopping more locally will help our community more as a whole.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Why might some people feel embarrassed to use or wear non-branded or second-hand items, and is this a fair societal judgment?
@9HLR9KH 2yrs2Y
Society has set an imaginary standard that you have to have the top brands in the world to fit in or not get talked about or thought less of.
@9HLHZ762yrs2Y
Because of discrimination towards those in worse financial situations.
@9HLHWHR2yrs2Y
Because they are generally cheaper than the large brands and are therefore made fun of by much of society. I do not personally support this but I do find it funny to see company rip-offs such as "Nikf".
@9HLJPRHPeace and Freedom 2yrs2Y
It does not matter and should not matter as long as you have clothes on your back and shoes on your feet. Its not fair to the people who don't have name brand money to be talked badly about when they are just trying to make ends meet.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
In a world without consumerism, how do you think people would find happiness?
@9H4S7HQ2yrs2Y
People would find happiness within each other, and friends, family, activities, and many other things.
@9H4QF7H2yrs2Y
I think material products are just about the most important thing in every person’s life. A world without consumerism just would not work for people.
@9H4RSLG2yrs2Y
People will find different things to make them happy and day to day it could change.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
If a law was passed that limited new purchases to essentials only, what personal changes would you anticipate?
@9HLHK6X2yrs2Y
I can’t buy Harry Potter merchandise and that sucks, **** you for this question. I can make homemade makeup have fun being ugly.
@9HLHH652yrs2Y
I would anticipate the demand for nonessentials wouldn't decrease. There would be local tradesman "trading" their goods for things other than money as a loophole.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
If happiness isn't found in material goods, where do you think it comes from?
@9HFVNGW2yrs2Y
comes from yourself, you gotta find stuff that makes you happy and if not then there is a reason behind that.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Do you believe that less clutter and fewer possessions would lead to a clearer mind and a more fulfilling life?
@9HLHSXB2yrs2Y
Fewer possessions do lead to a clearer mind, learning skills is more important. However, people shouldn't be blocked from getting harmless things that make them truly happy.
@9HLHNMC2yrs2Y
Consumerism has become a pervasive force in modern society, with people constantly bombarded by advertisements and pressured to acquire more possessions. However, there is a growing movement that argues for the benefits of minimalism and living with fewer material possessions. This essay believes that embracing a minimalist lifestyle can indeed lead to a clearer mind and a more fulfilling life. By reducing clutter and focusing on what truly matters, individuals can free themselves from the constant pursuit of material goods and find contentment in simplicity. With less distraction, they can cultivate deeper relationships, pursue meaningful experiences, and prioritize personal growth. Ultimately, embracing minimalism allows individuals to live authentically and find true fulfilment beyond consumerism's empty promises.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Is it the responsibility of the individual or corporations to lead the change towards sustainable consumer habits?
@9H84TWB2yrs2Y
It is neither the responsibility of the individuals nor the corporations because this process cannot be controlled by an external factor. Consumer behavior is driven by available resources and technology.
@9H84GGW2yrs2Y
i honestly dont know i dont know much about this topic to have an opinion
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
If every purchase comes with an environmental cost, how does that influence your shopping choices?
@9H95TCB2yrs2Y
It is currently not as advertised or socially aware
Our environment affects our mood, and our mood affects our purchasing decisions.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Can buying more things ever truly satisfy human needs or does it create an endless cycle of wanting?
@9H9CHC22yrs2Y
Consumerism in regards to material goods that aren't necessary to sustain human life is not truly satisfying for humans in general, and it creates temporary satisfaction which is replaced with more wanting.
@9H9BTLV2yrs2Y
Well consumerism and buying things to satisfy human needs are two different things. Of course buying things can satisfy human needs, and bring happiness. The problem is the way our culture is based around Consumerism, its not that the things you buy will make you happy or not make you happy it's that companies sell things to you as if that is the only thing that could make you happy. And of course they specifically engineer it to create "an endless cycle of wanting." The more you want, the more you buy. The more you buy the more money they make.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
How do personal values play a role in what and how much you consume, and are there lines you won't cross?
@9HTZ4G52yrs2Y
i think that consumerism should be used but not as a main mean of ideaolegy
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
In your life, what takes precedence: quality or quantity, and how does that choice reflect your values?
@9HXBWLF1yr1Y
I agree with quality of any item, the product is more valued if its made with care & with good quality
@ISIDEWITH1yr1Y
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@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
In your opinion, does the joy from purchasing something new wear off quickly, and why might that be?
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
Could a focus on creating and sharing rather than consuming foster a better society, and if so, how?
@9HMMJZD2yrs2Y
No because then there is less motivation to work hard
Yes consumerism does not bring happiness or further society
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