Why do we tend to want to buy a lot?

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Herveline Giraudeau, psychologist, co -author of responsible consumption abuse makes it happy (ed.Eyrolles) and the kiss method.

How do these compulsive purchases are problematic?

The concern is that this accumulation does not make us happy: it never satisfies us and we always want more.In the long run, it generates stress, confusion (sometimes also financial concerns) and contributes to our mental charge.Happiness is not in possession.On the contrary, the decluttering of the mind goes through that of its wardrobe, its cupboards and its house.The less we are surrounded by material objects, the more we can enjoy our time and your life.A minimalist lifestyle makes it possible to sort out important things, to devote priority and energy to what really matters to us.

How to adopt a more responsible consumption?

It is not a question of stopping completely to buy, but of buying in a fairer way: that is to say things that make sense to us, which gives us well-being, which have autility in our eyes and bring us a pleasure on the duration.Of course, we can then engage in more ethical consumption, favorable to the environment and the future of the planet.But the most important thing is already to know how to listen to your needs and not to consume more than reason, by yielding to boredom or temptation.

Where to start ?

Quite simply, choosing not to rush.Ask yourself the right questions before buying: why do I want this object or this product so much at that time?Is it advertising that suddenly makes it essential or is it really something essential for me?Does this correspond to my values?Once in two, postponing the purchase of a few days is enough to generate an awareness and to regain control over the impulse.We can also feed a list of wishes throughout the year and wonder, a few months later, which is really worth buying.We often feel pride in having made a thoughtful purchase!