Consumerism is out to get us. Or at least that's how it often feels anyway. I've been noticing emails on my inbox from various retailers with things like last chance, don't miss out, you haven't completed your order (which is super creepy in my opinion). Instead of finding it enticing, I just find it overwhelming, … Continue reading Falling for a scam
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A bad version of a good thing
Arizona Birkenstocks are a classic sandal, there is no doubt about it. They're ergonomic footwear designed to mould to the shape of your foot over time. There around £60 which is not particularly expensive for a good quality pair of sandals. However, when there are similar versions for a quarter of the price it can … Continue reading A bad version of a good thing
Paying for free stuff
In a recent discussion online, I got thinking about how when it comes to information or resources we pay for things that we can get for free. But what I've come to realise is that for me it's not about getting the information, it's about doing something with it. When you pay money for something … Continue reading Paying for free stuff
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