When I think about the holidays, I think of
all the joy and happiness that comes with it. By that I don't mean gifts, or
SALE or Santa Claus. I think of family, friendship, love and all that I'm grateful
for. The truth is, society today is brainwashed by media, celebrities, the
internet and most IMPORTANTLY MONEY. Majority have built this pre-conception
that having more means you are worth more. But you know the saying "Less
is more." In all seriousness this is simply true. I used be the girl who
expected a giant wrapped present under the tree, a huge shopping haul, or more
and more in my closet. (more after the cut)
Still now I get caught up in this fantasy world that
being able to walk around the mall in public with bags of stuff, honestly made
me feel better than those without it. But when you realize your wallet's empty
by the time you get home, it doesn't feel so good anymore. Being a teenager, we
all have our share of insecurities, and friends who are caught up in this world
of makeup, Jordans, True Religion and much more. It's dumb but many people
including myself don't want to stand out because we don't have what they have.
But study shows consumption is due to lack of happiness and insecurity and most
of the time we can't afford what we buy. I have realized although I don't come
from the most privileged family (due to my father's death) I am fortunate to
have roof under my head, food on the table, and clothing to keep me warm. This
past year has been eye- opening after all the hardships I faced I have realized
it is love that has got me through it. Not all the things I've managed to get.
Remember happiness cannot be bought. It is a natural feeling that should come
from things you can't see. I celebrate my family, my friendships and all that's
in store for the future. Never forget, whether you have little or a lot your
happiness is determined by you. By all the things you do that can't be seen or
bought. Fact is we need money to survive in our world today. So I'd rather have
it saved for what will help me live comfortably, rather than reaching a
whopping $0 on my account.
Happy holidays to all readers.
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