Is having the latest technology a want or a need?
How often do you get a new cel phone or mp3 player? Did you really need a new model? Do you consider the environmental impact of these purchases? If you are addicted, how can you break your addiction?
Wants or Needs? >
Excess purchases popularized by social media
I have noticed on youtube, it is popular to create videos showcasing large "hauls" of things you buy. Usually, the hauls consist of items that are not needs but rather wants, like clothing or toys. I came across a video the other day where this person unboxes thirteen new phone cases for their phone, so they can switch it out and match their outfit. I was so appalled at how they didn't consider that the phone cases are made of plastic and the toxic chemicals used to make them are harmful to our environment. I recommend not over purchasing from companies, and consider needs over wants. They probably felt that since they had enough money for that many phone cases, that it's okay to splurge, but thirteen for a new phone is pushing the limit.





