We often think we know the difference between wants and needs but do we really? Do you need a burger to feed yourself? Or do you want a burger because it’s the more yummy option compared to a bowl of salad? Just like this, there are so many things we think we need for survival when we really just want them. We love to have  a variety in our lives. For example with cloths, we tend to buy so many just so we can “not wear the same thing everyday.” Society likes to create these norms that we then feel pressured to need lots of cloths when survival does not require hundreds of clothing pieces. Many times, these cloths can even remain untouched. You can use that money wisely on other necessities like food to protect yourself and the environment. Also, buying cloths requires driving to the mall or store or online shopping in which it means packaging and plastic. The constant driving to the mall can be increasing so much pollution to our environment and the constant online shopping is increasing plastic usage which in both cases is increasing your carbon footprint. Therefore, we are harming the environment. In conclusion, if you can learn to differentiate between your wants and needs, you will be preventing the burning of fossil fuels which will create a better environment.