Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 16, 2013

If you let yourself turn to consumerism excessively, you’ll likely become indebted. Consumerism. Of course consumerism is a deadly sin of finance. Consumerism stems from many places but can start from when we are young children if we are exposed to television and radio ads. Short-sightedness .

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 15, 2011

This week, Flexo at Consumerism Commentary shares his thoughts on this matter. Money is not a goal. When you set goals, think about the positive change in the world you want to make or how you want to affect the people around you. Save as much as you can for later and avoid borrowing money. Here is what he had to say: 1.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Here are a few ideas to cultivate a more eco-friendly atmosphere – and save money – around your home. Save on Entertainment. the Redbox and Blockbuster kiosks that have popped up on every corner have helped people save money by offering newly released DVD’s for just $1 per night. Avoid Consumerism. In the U.S.,

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

I also find that setting goals makes a difference. We have been saving for our vacation to Asia since last year and we have been successful at this. Consumerism Commentary asks us if we are better off than our parents ? We wrote down a list of our current expenses, our current goals, and where we are at.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 24, 2012

The consumerism of the current financial climate drives us to acquire more and more ‘stuff’, whether we really need it or not. Try and control ‘wants’ spending and you’ll have more for saving. When you have a goal like this, it is easier to stay on track with saving.

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