Do you find shopping a relaxing way?
By airasheila
@airasheila (5454)
Philippines
November 13, 2009 3:02am CST
Whenever I feel bored at home, I will just go to a shopping mall. Whether it is a big or small shop. I like seeing new design and things that might bring relaxation to me. But upon, walking down on the mall, I saw few people that really do the shopping religiously. As in "Shop until you drop" is the right term.
There are times, I am thinking, is it a way for them to relax. Until one day, I try to shop but not that much. I feel relax that day, I was overwhelmed with the brands that I was able to buy and the capacity I have to pay for it. Through this situation, I somehow realize that doing shopping can bring relaxation for me.
How about you, do you find shopping a way of relaxation?
4 responses
@my_name_is_coco (4333)
• Philippines
16 Jan 10
I find thrift shopping very relaxing.I get to shop for great items on low prices.it will be our company's annual formal dinner this Monday.I am stressed as I don't have anything to wear.I went to one of my favorite thrift stores.lucky for me,I found a black cocktail glittery dress worth as little as USD 1.84!I got relieved.
@zzyw87 (1254)
• Philippines
16 Nov 09
Yes, I find shopping relaxing and therapeutic. Retail therapy is the right word for it. When I have problems, I usually find myself going to the mall. But I don't buy stuff there all the time. Sometimes just window-shopping is already enough for me. Shopping makes me forget my problems even just for a while. I like looking at and admiring nice clothes.
@MJay101 (710)
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13 Nov 09
I find shopping quite stressful - too many people, too much noise, too much crass consumerism. I quite like shopping for food, at markets - thinking what I can do with various ingredients and the like; seeing what's in season and planning meals accordingly.
But I don't find shopping malls at all relaxing. Increasing heartbeat: danger, danger!
