Consumerism is known to have an influence on the personal identity of the consumers through a number of ways. For instance, the advertisement and the concept that a manufacturer uses in its brand often have an impact on the user. The consumers might want to...
The mind-body problem is one of the most enduring and perplexing mysteries in philosophy and cognitive science. At its core, this conundrum revolves around the relationship between the mental and the physical aspects of human existence. How does the mind, which encompasses our thoughts, emotions,...
Christmas, a holiday celebrated by billions around the world, has undergone a profound transformation over the years. While it remains a time for joy, togetherness, and reflection, it has also become synonymous with consumerism and commercialization. The spirit of giving and receiving gifts has been...
In today’s modern society, consumerism has become a defining aspect of our lives, influencing the choices we make and the lifestyles we lead. The distinction between wants and needs plays a pivotal role in shaping consumer behavior, yet this demarcation is often blurred by various...
Examining the intricate balance between desires and necessities, the query of what can result from an imbalance between want and need prompts us to explore the complex consequences that can arise in our lives. This exposition navigates through the nuanced landscape where wants and needs...
Abstract This paper focuses on the previous work on purchase-related happiness. Analyzing numerous studies and experiments of consumer behavior researchers, it aims to explain the author’s main hypothesis: Happiness derived from experiences is higher than the happiness gained by material possessions. Also, the conversational value...
Introduction Today, statistics of the United States being an overly materialistic nation are not complicated to find. Materialism is a uniformity that has taken a fairly large toll on Americans, specifically those of the 21st century. As the anchor of society, materialism along with consumer...
Introduction Upon first glance of the artwork painted by Vincent Laurensz Van Vinne, the most conspicuous aspect of the piece is the label “Memento Mori” printed on a scroll of paper peeking out from beneath a tapestry of sorts. This happens to be the same...
The western hemisphere, rich in valuable resources, was desired by every colonizing nation. It was an opportunity for nations to expand their economy in the untouched land. One such nation was Great Britain, an overwhelmingly rich, strong, and economically organized European nation, that took advantage...
In order for global businesses to achieve their economic activities, trade theories are explored to help strategize their means of operations across borders. Trade theories allow global businesses to decide what, how much, and with whom to import and export. There are trade theories that...
Society alludes to set of people; who live respectively in a community, where they share same culture, norms, values, and beliefs. Societies have been categorized accordingly to their different stages of industrialization by sociologist. Emile Durkheim explicates society’s evolvement and its function through social norms...
The 1950s saw a significant rise in commercialism and mass culture. The world was becoming more and more superficial and artists such as Richard Hamilton used art to analyze and criticize the commercial world. Using text and image Richard Hamilton appealed to the everyday person,...
Materialism in America isn’t something new, rather it’s something that has been a part of American society for some time now. Materialism is defined as valuing material possessions and physical comfort over spiritual values. In today’s society, we have hundreds if not thousands of examples...
The fast-paced living in today’s society leaves no time for inconvenience. Consumers today usually opt for services that are easily adjustable to their time of need. The television and film industry is no exception. To adapt to these circumstances, numerous technological advancements have been made...
Social media has become a platform which has enabled the flow of information to users with little interaction. An example of this can be seen through large online media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube, encouraging users to create content, share opinions, and communicate...
I bought a pair of Vans because I liked them a lot and I have been wanting to buy them since I got here, as it is cheaper than in Portugal When I was buying the Vans, I felt pretty excited because I have been...
“Minimalism is a tool to rid yourself of life’s excess in favor of focusing on what’s important, so you can find happiness, fulfillment, and freedom.” The Minimalists In Graham Hill’s NY Times commentary, Living with Less. A Lot Less, in which he examines the effect...
In a rapidly developing and consumerist world, humanity has fallen deep into the rabbit hole of materialism. The root of man’s estrangement from nature stems from the ongoing issue of the wasteful trappings of society. Believe it or not it seems that the inevitable forces...
Consumerism, an essential call upon the need to re-evaluate and resolve an individual’s mindset regarding being a consumer. This statement has been derived from various analysis and statistics as people tend to over-consume the resources which now they take for granted. An average scale of...