This post really struck a chord and a nerve. I am both more often than I'd like to admit. As old as I am, I wonder why I still think a fancy blouse will be a salve for some wound or ache.
I think it seems easier when you’re in the moment. Like it’s the quickest way to solve pain, or seems like it at least. It’s really just a distraction, which I know you know. My motto for 33 is: indulge when you feel good to feel even better, when you’re sad tho, do yoga
I really like this distinction. I’m most certainly both types, as most of us I guess, but the most important is to be aware of it when you buy an item! Otherwise what’s even the point of buying something? To me, when you stop being aware of the why you’re purchasing items, the fact that it becomes literally meaningless means that you should pause and take some time to reflect and address what’s missing/unfulfilling in your everyday life
This post really struck a chord and a nerve. I am both more often than I'd like to admit. As old as I am, I wonder why I still think a fancy blouse will be a salve for some wound or ache.
I think it seems easier when you’re in the moment. Like it’s the quickest way to solve pain, or seems like it at least. It’s really just a distraction, which I know you know. My motto for 33 is: indulge when you feel good to feel even better, when you’re sad tho, do yoga
I really like this distinction. I’m most certainly both types, as most of us I guess, but the most important is to be aware of it when you buy an item! Otherwise what’s even the point of buying something? To me, when you stop being aware of the why you’re purchasing items, the fact that it becomes literally meaningless means that you should pause and take some time to reflect and address what’s missing/unfulfilling in your everyday life
Aligned.