Consider the evidence of affluenza that you see around you. Do you see it in yourself, your friends, family, or North American society? Can you take action to combat affluenza?
Looking around and at myself I see affluenza everywhere. I don't think that anybody can say that they have never had affluenza. I am only 21 years old and have already accumulated a substantial amount of 'junk' that I don't really need. I have been with my friends when they have bought things that they soon discard and my parents have many items that were bought spur of the moment. I think that some companies market products specifically for the large portion of American society who are suffering from affluenza. I think that a big problem is that our society teaches us to want more and more stuff and that we would be happy if we had this and that. I think you can take action to combat affluenza in the form of reminding yourself what waste can come from purchasing items you will never use and I think that you would have a greater chance if you had support from a friend or family member. Another good idea is to make a list when you go shopping and only buy what is on that list, this helps with impulse shoppers. We must also understand that happiness is not totally defined by material possessions but being comfortable and doing what you love to do, whether work or play. However affluenza is a contagious condition and will not be easy to combat.
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