Black friday : healthy alternatives / Alternatives écologiques au vendredi fou

While doing research this week, I came across some stats via the website Good on You that are frankly disturbing.  According to a report, 80% of what we purchase on Black Friday is thrown out after one or even zero uses.

This blew my mind!  It made my realize that many people, including myself in a previous life, are looking in the wrong direction for a feel-good activity that stimulates joy.

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Shopping with the Universe

Through many life lessons on my spiritual awakening journey, I’ve developed a strong faith that the Universe always brings us what we need. It may not be what we think we want, but it’s what we need for our soul’s growth and evolution.

The presence of a benevolent Universe includes all aspects of life, including shopping. Because let’s face it, we’re human and although we may decide to choose a more minimalist lifestyle, we all need stuff: to eat, to wear, to work, etc….and in the last few months, I’ve discovered the notion of shopping with God. I know it might sound a little surprising, but stick with me on this…

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Skip Black Friday and Do This Instead.

If you’ve ever been a former shopper like me, Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals coming through your in-box may have your adrenaline pumping, may trigger you or may have you feverishly pulling out some plastic, thinking (or not!) : Oh, it’s been such a tough year, I need to treat myself, today is the perfect day…. right? 

The answer is yes, it’s been a challenging year.  A very challenging one at that:  filled with anxiety, chaos, and much uncertainty.  It still is.  And if you live alone, you may see shopping online as a way to beat the blues and chase away a feeling of loneliness.

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