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Why do people need so much?



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I wonder about this more and more these days. We've become such an acquisitive nation.

by Level1 in Six Words Questions on Dec 29, 2011 | add favorite | T-shirt

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XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX says,

Actually, we don't...it's all a fantasy created by Madison Ave. and Hollywood (and the Khardashians)to make us feel empty without all the crap they say we need.

KharisJo says,

think so many people try to externalise inner needs - things represent status, comfort, even therapy. Maybe they try to fill a void that should be filled with self esteem and meaningful relationships.

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX says,

very true...things may be pretty, prestigeous, etc. but they soon lose their luster when there's nothing else in your life.

Level1 says,

K & D, you both make very good points. Rather than things, going forward I am going to try to acquire more people and relationships in my life. I have enough things. It is the people in our lives and the experiences we share that make for the richest lives.

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