You are always looking for better and that is why you replace things quickly, even if you do not need them. Have you ever analyzed yourself that you have enough to be content. I think no. Many things to consider, but I would talk about shoes and clothing. You are not restricted to only men's shoes or women's shoes, but you go for more specific shoes like Italian shoes, leather shoes, China shoes etc.
When you observe your surroundings, watch something new on t.v or watch someone wearing something unique, you suddenly switch your choice. Things you have already, certainly become old and you do not need them any more. You do not even consider the extra cost you incur in buying extra clothing and shoes. Not only money, but you spend a lot of time in buying and searching for shoes and clothes. This becomes an addiction for some people and they just like to collect new designs of wears, without thinking that what else would have been done with that precious money and time.
You could have spent that money on people who are underprivileged, who cannot buy even the basics of clothing and who do not have any other basics which are essential for happy and healthy living. On average, we only use about 15-20% of our clothes. Imagine reducing 50% of your clothes which would mean 50% less laundry, 50% more space and 50% less money spending. Spend the 50% to enjoy a trip with your family or friends and give clothes away to people in need. Among the wears you have, you sometimes become confused that what to wear and still you want more. Isn't it shocking? For some people it is not. Because sometimes, you are so much involved in keeping up with the changing trends, that you forget the negatives. And not to forget the major contributor that forces you to buy extra; competition. It is very common that you start competing with your neighbors, co-workers, friends etc.
Everybody wants to look unique and outdone others and they think life is a race, but this is not good. Stop it. I am not saying that trying to look better and unique is a bad thing, but it should have limits. Because excess of anything is not good. This interpersonal competition has made us look cosmetic in some cases. Showing off, what you are not, has become our theme. Change it and spend you time and money for a better cause.
Do you remember the shoes or clothes you had 5 years ago? Probably not. But you do remember, the picnic that you had with your family 10 years ago or you do remember the person who you helped and he gave you a smile. So why not to spend on things that are important enough that you remember them even after 10 years.
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When you observe your surroundings, watch something new on t.v or watch someone wearing something unique, you suddenly switch your choice. Things you have already, certainly become old and you do not need them any more. You do not even consider the extra cost you incur in buying extra clothing and shoes. Not only money, but you spend a lot of time in buying and searching for shoes and clothes. This becomes an addiction for some people and they just like to collect new designs of wears, without thinking that what else would have been done with that precious money and time.
You could have spent that money on people who are underprivileged, who cannot buy even the basics of clothing and who do not have any other basics which are essential for happy and healthy living. On average, we only use about 15-20% of our clothes. Imagine reducing 50% of your clothes which would mean 50% less laundry, 50% more space and 50% less money spending. Spend the 50% to enjoy a trip with your family or friends and give clothes away to people in need. Among the wears you have, you sometimes become confused that what to wear and still you want more. Isn't it shocking? For some people it is not. Because sometimes, you are so much involved in keeping up with the changing trends, that you forget the negatives. And not to forget the major contributor that forces you to buy extra; competition. It is very common that you start competing with your neighbors, co-workers, friends etc.
Everybody wants to look unique and outdone others and they think life is a race, but this is not good. Stop it. I am not saying that trying to look better and unique is a bad thing, but it should have limits. Because excess of anything is not good. This interpersonal competition has made us look cosmetic in some cases. Showing off, what you are not, has become our theme. Change it and spend you time and money for a better cause.
Do you remember the shoes or clothes you had 5 years ago? Probably not. But you do remember, the picnic that you had with your family 10 years ago or you do remember the person who you helped and he gave you a smile. So why not to spend on things that are important enough that you remember them even after 10 years.
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