Don't Spend Money On Things You Don't Need This Black Friday
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Today is Black Friday and there’s many irresistible discounts everywhere. It is probably the best time of the year to buy something you have been eyeing for a while or stock up on necessities and consumables (skincare anyone?). However, unbeknownst to many, this one-day frenzy also creates a psychological effect known as the scarcity mentality . We are afraid to lose out on the too-good-to-miss deals and make purchase decisions much more loosely than normal. This can influence us to buy unnecessary stuff that we might not even give a second look on any other day. Buying a $100 on a 20% discount is not saving you $20; it’s spending you $80! In the end, we spend more than we save. So don’t be unconsciously led to waste your hard-earned money on things you don’t need, or already own too much of. Practise responsible consumerism; buy only what you need. Consider giving away or donating your stuff before buying new ones. That way, you prevent the clutter from piling up, freeing yourself f