Aug. 21, 2024

The Psychology of Overconsumption—and How to Shift Your Mindset for a Richer Life

The Psychology of Overconsumption—and How to Shift Your Mindset for a Richer Life

And unpacking how we got here.

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Depending on the source, the average American buys between 1 and 1.3 new pieces of clothing every single week—and consumption is at an all-time high. So, why aren’t we tired of cheap shit yet and how can we better understand our psychological obsessions with spending? Well, we’re diving into it with sustainability expert and author of Consumed, Aja Barber.

Transcripts, show notes, production credits, and more can be found at: https://moneywithkatie.com/overconsumption.

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