In most developed countries shopping is not only about buying the goods you need, it is also perceived as entertainment. Is it a positive or negative development? Give your own opinion and examples based on your experience.

Consumerism is viewed today as a form of entertainment, particularly in wealthy countries.

This

is a negative development because

although

it is a great booster for the economy, it increases materialism in people. People who take leisure in buying things cling their happiness to the objects they acquired. New, and most of the time expensive, things make them feel good especially when they are stressed or bored.

As a result

, accumulated products are a waste of money and will take people away from more meaningful and beneficial activities

such

as travelling, doing arts and crafts or playing sports.

For example

, people would prioritize buying the latest gadgets even though they still have a functioning one.

Nonetheless

, the economy will be the foremost beneficiary of retail therapy. As sales of these products increases, there will be more revenue and

this

will create more jobs as the demand is high.

However

, because of

this

, marketing and advertising agencies will develop more ways and tools to promote their goods so people will want to buy more.

This

will create a cycle that could be detrimental as it encourages materialism.

For instance

, I have an aunt who prefers to have a new designer bag than to an out of the country vacation, but after several weeks she will want to buy another luxury bag from

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ifferent designer brand while her newly bought bag sits and collecting dust. In conclusion, shopping in the form of entertainment significantly supports economic endeavours but it advocates materialistic lifestyle as well. There should be self-control so more balanced spending on materials and experiences could be established.