In today's age where virtually all products are available to us, we need to become conscious consumers, for the betterment of our lives and also for the rest of planet.
What does it mean exactly to be a conscious consumer? As consumers, this means thinking carefully about the products that we purchase. Before making a purchase, it would mean asking yourself some valuable questions: "Is this something I truly need? Is this going to remain unused? Does this product have a long-term purpose?" This analytical process can minimize our purchase of goods to only the things that we truly need and cherish.
The benefits of this process are manifold. First, it means that we keep, protect, and maintain the things that really matter to us, which also gives them greater personal value. Second, this means we do not buy a lot of extra things that are superfluous and will just add clutter, in this way also maintaining our sense of space, peace of mind, and clarity. Third, it means we are consciously reducing our waste by not purchasing products that we would likely throw out. Fourth, we also reduce our expenses, helping us to accumulate savings and experiences, rather than things.
“What consumerism really is, at its worst is getting people to buy things that don't actually improve their lives.” -Jeff Bezos, Founder and CEO of Amazon
Relevant Data
According to "11 Stats That Will Change the Way You Think About Consumerism" from Relevant Magazine, America creates 1 million tons more electronic waste than any of the largest nations on earth, and very little of it is recycled. According to this article, the American household also has more than $7,500 in consumer debt. This data highlights the enormous consumer market in the U.S., that much more can be recycled, and that many Americans are in debt due to overconsumption. Conscious consumerism is now key to avoiding larger financial and environmental problems.
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