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 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you think your life would look like if your self-worth was completely detached from your possessions?

 @9KFRL9Y from Minnesota  answered…1yr1Y

I believe self worth should never be tied to possessions, as they do not represent the kind of person you are.

 @9KFTX3HProgressive from California  agreed…1yr1Y

They didn't even answer the question right. I think life would be a lot more free if self-worth was detached from possessions.

 @9KFRGJP from Illinois  answered…1yr1Y

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.

 @9KH8QDW from Texas  agreed…1yr1Y

People have possessions that they like to keep and always have it with them. How would you feel if someone took your possessions.

 @9TFZVSV from California  answered…10mos10MO

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.

 @9TFRZSV from New York  answered…10mos10MO

My life would be very much the same as my self worth is not attach to my possessions.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Which do you think contributes more to personal happiness: collecting experiences or possessions, and why?

 @9KFR2FY  from Arizona  answered…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.

 @9KN5DCC from North Carolina  disagreed…1yr1Y

Having more in life can make you happy because you are getting the objects in life that can make you happy.

 @9KFR2FY  from Arizona  commented…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...

 @9KFSMFZ from Nebraska  answered…1yr1Y

depend on what the position is some positions make experiences. and some experience aren't always the best.

 @9KFR5VJ from Oklahoma  answered…1yr1Y

I think collecting expirences becasue tangile things only last so long while memories can last a lifetime

 @9KFR584 from Missouri  answered…1yr1Y

Experiences, possessions serve as reminders to our experiences and have no value when they're obtained willy-nilly.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

In what ways can we show love and appreciation without resorting to buying gifts?

 @9JP7SYX from Maryland  answered…1yr1Y

Creating art of appreciation. Like Morals or Paintings.

 @9JRXYDMfrom PR  agreed…1yr1Y

Art tends to have a lot of effort put into it. It can have a much larger meaning than a store-bought gift.

 @9JRKHNKIndependent from Minnesota  agreed…1yr1Y

Some people have created murals(large paintings on walls, buildings, sidewalks Ect. art is a very spiritual thing.

 @9JP87RP from Pennsylvania  answered…1yr1Y

Making your own gifts, writing cards, taking trips, thrifting and repurposing.

 @9JPLBS5 from Minnesota  agreed…1yr1Y

I think that it is very important to make sure that whatever your buying is environmentally safe, and even better, used or handmade.

 @9JP7S3Y from Ohio  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What's the most meaningful purchase you've ever made, and what made it so significant?

 @9KKQVZN from North Carolina  answered…1yr1Y

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.

 @9KKPDR9 from Georgia  answered…1yr1Y

The most meaningful purchase I've ever made was the purchase of my car for transportation.

 @9KKNYWL from Minnesota  answered…1yr1Y

My car. I value my physical freedom and my car is the best medium for me to be physically free.

 @9KKNN9RDemocrat from California  answered…1yr1Y

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.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

When was the last time you swapped an item with someone, and how did that interaction differ from a purchase?

 @9LCFL25 from Utah  answered…1yr1Y

 @9LCFDKHRepublican  from New Jersey  answered…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.

 @9LCFJMC from Missouri  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

When you're feeling down, what non-shopping related activities lift your spirits and why?

 @9LF2Q2VRepublican from South Carolina  answered…1yr1Y

Hunting, and fishing because I am in the wilderness.

 @9LG3VDL from South Carolina  disagreed…1yr1Y

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.

 @9LG3SJC from Michigan  disagreed…1yr1Y

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.

 @9LF2H4Danswered…1yr1Y

I go to the gym because it betters my overall health

 @9LK8ZHY from Missouri  agreed…1yr1Y

Going to the gym helps improve how you look which builds self-confidence and also makes you feel better

 @9LF2RSR from North Carolina  answered…1yr1Y

Finding old things that I forgot I owned and being able to put them into use, or clear space by getting rid of them.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you define 'enough' when it comes to material possessions?

 @9KFR8GQRepublican from Illinois  answered…1yr1Y

Anything is enough. Being too obsessed with dopamine and happiness is too much.

 @9KFRJHL from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

 @9KFR6N9 from Oklahoma  answered…1yr1Y

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.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If you were to teach someone about the concept of 'enough', what lessons from your life would you share?

 @9LCFX4MPeace and Freedom from Washington  answered…1yr1Y

look we got iphone but our parents had wire approvement comes with little to big

 @9LCG82Q from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

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

 @9LCG78WGreen from Kansas  answered…1yr1Y

When you're talking to someone, be careful to watch what you say because you never know when someone has had enough.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What would be the most challenging aspect of living in a community where everyone's basic needs are met without excess?

 @9LCFLNK from Missouri  answered…1yr1Y

 @9LCFJY5 from Illinois  answered…1yr1Y

 @9LCFJH4 from Utah  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What are the benefits of slowing down and appreciating what you already have instead of seeking out new purchases?

 @9LCNRDC from Illinois  answered…1yr1Y

you'd have more money and be able to save that money for expensive things like a house.

 @9LCFNMM from Illinois  answered…1yr1Y

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

 @9LCFNZKRepublican from Pennsylvania  answered…1yr1Y

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.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How might the concept of 'buying local' impact your community and personal shopping decisions?

 @9KV38Y3 from New York  answered…1yr1Y

Buying local helps to support small businesses and gives money to the right people

 @9KVVSXV from Indiana  agreed…1yr1Y

I feel like supporting local businesses allows the owners of these businesses to grow rather than big franchises that already have a lot of money.

 @9KV3BS8 from Georgia  answered…1yr1Y

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.

 @9KV3928 from Wisconsin  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Why might some people feel embarrassed to use or wear non-branded or second-hand items, and is this a fair societal judgment?

 @9HLR9KH  from North Carolina  answered…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.

 @9HLHZ76from Maine  answered…2yrs2Y

 @9HLHWHR from Colorado  answered…2yrs2Y

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  from Indiana  answered…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.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In a world without consumerism, how do you think people would find happiness?

 @9H4S7HQ from Washington  answered…2yrs2Y

People would find happiness within each other, and friends, family, activities, and many other things.

 @9H4QF7H from Indiana  answered…2yrs2Y

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.

 @9H4RSLG from Michigan  answered…2yrs2Y

People will find different things to make them happy and day to day it could change.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If a law was passed that limited new purchases to essentials only, what personal changes would you anticipate?

 @9HLHK6X from Florida  answered…2yrs2Y

I can’t buy Harry Potter merchandise and that sucks, **** you for this question. I can make homemade makeup have fun being ugly.

 @9HLHH65 from Hawaii  answered…2yrs2Y

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.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If happiness isn't found in material goods, where do you think it comes from?

 @9HFVNGW from Wisconsin  commented…2yrs2Y

comes from yourself, you gotta find stuff that makes you happy and if not then there is a reason behind that.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Do you believe that less clutter and fewer possessions would lead to a clearer mind and a more fulfilling life?

 @9HLHSXB from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

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.

 @9HLHNMC from North Carolina  answered…2yrs2Y

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.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Is it the responsibility of the individual or corporations to lead the change towards sustainable consumer habits?

 @9H84TWB from Indiana  answered…2yrs2Y

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.

 @9H84GGW from Nebraska  answered…2yrs2Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If every purchase comes with an environmental cost, how does that influence your shopping choices?

 @9H95P9ZPeace and Freedom from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

Our environment affects our mood, and our mood affects our purchasing decisions.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Can buying more things ever truly satisfy human needs or does it create an endless cycle of wanting?

 @9H9CHC2 from Pennsylvania  answered…2yrs2Y

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.

 @9H9BTLV from Texas  answered…2yrs2Y

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.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How do personal values play a role in what and how much you consume, and are there lines you won't cross?

 @9HTZ4G5 from Washington  answered…2yrs2Y

i think that consumerism should be used but not as a main mean of ideaolegy

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In your life, what takes precedence: quality or quantity, and how does that choice reflect your values?

 @9HXBWLF from New York  answered…1yr1Y

I agree with quality of any item, the product is more valued if its made with care & with good quality

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If your future self could advise you on your current spending habits, what do you think they would say?

 @9KFQ9Q5 from South Carolina  answered…1yr1Y

I think that they believe that consumerism is like a psychosomatic disorder.

 @9KFPRHB from Texas  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How can investing time in relationships rather than in shopping sprees change your personal fulfillment?

 @9KSR83S from California  answered…1yr1Y

It can teach you that there is far more to life than mere material objects,.

 @9KSQXMK from Virginia  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In your opinion, does the joy from purchasing something new wear off quickly, and why might that be?

 @9J5WTCZ from California  answered…1yr1Y

Yes, it wears off quickly because the joy of purchasing isn't derived from using one's purpose but the act of staying relevant with modern trends.

 @9J5WRJMfrom Virgin Islands  answered…1yr1Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Could a focus on creating and sharing rather than consuming foster a better society, and if so, how?

 @9HMMJZD from Utah  answered…2yrs2Y

 @9HMLZ4NDemocrat from New York  answered…2yrs2Y

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