Overconsumption - Blog Posts

Rant about my overconsuption with nail polish below. Read if you dare lol

The struggle of having so much of one thing you love the the point of it overwhelming you to the point of not wanting it anymore is such a bitch. I always get it with my massive nail polish collection. This only started with me becoming a fan of simply nailogical back in middle school. I became such a fan that me and my mom bought many polishes for myself, and then in recent years, she started to buy nail polish for herself too. My collection is so large that it's in or near the hundreds. It's all on these racks my mom bought (she had to buy a second to fit all the polish, and still I have some in extra bins). But now all I can see is the overwhelming amount of nail polish that I own, some drug store/ walmart brand, and some that are expensive, like Holo Taco. I've gotten so much nail polish over the years, some as holiday gifts and others just from passing by them in the store. I had a problem with buying, but now I have a problem with being unable to get rid of it. When I try to paint my nails, the self-doubt of if I'll hate it later latches onto me like a bloodsucking leech. I wish I could get rid of it like old clothes I don't wear but my mom won't let me. I know when I move out, I'm not taking all these nail polishes with me, I just can't. It's all too much, and I execute my solution.

If everybody lived like that  economy would collappse, society would not be stable..."  i hear this so often...and it makes me the odf one out in my small town and in my family .

tbh: a diffrent society  and  the end of economy as it is now wouldn't be that bad  in my opinion.

I love  spirituality,art and  crafting. I believe that  life is than  just work We don’t want kids. I work only part time to have time  for my partner, to take care for a loved one with dementia, for my art and spiritual  progress.

No interest in owning a house, car  or other status symbols. Only buying what i absolutly need  , having hobbies that requiere no money ( walking, yoga, reading books from the libary...)

My peace and  feeling  fullfilled is my  top priority. ...and obvisouly that's going against the capitalist doctrine.I once read the sentence: " happy people are the nightmare of economists bc the don't need so much stuff anymore!" My goal in live since then is to be the absolute nightmare if this people.

yeah... ive come to the point where every media seems useless... all the things i read are either discontinued or aren't coming out with a sequel until a year or so or more... fav shows are constantly cancelled... or the actor changes and the storyline deroutes... movies... well... half the time im disappointed. and, well, books tend to not have writing or themes i like..

i think ive become spoiled:/

“i don’t get the hype about jellycats / labubus / sonny angels / etc.” well i do. now hand me that blind box

New tmnt figures: acquired

The overconsumption is genuinely disgusting 😍

overconsumption & hauls: the dangerous economics of social media and influencer culture

in today’s digital world, social media isn’t just a place for connection—it’s become a marketplace built on excess. enter “haul culture”—the trend where influencers and everyday users show off their massive shopping sprees, glorifying the idea that happiness can be bought in bulk. but behind the glossy videos and perfectly curated posts lies a destructive force: overconsumption. and while this culture has made influencers rich, it’s doing real damage to our planet, our mental health, and our collective future.

the rise of haul culture

haul videos have taken over our feeds—shiny, polished showcases of endless shopping sprees, often packed with cheap, disposable items. the message? "more is better." it's a dangerous illusion that tells us we need to buy more, own more, and display more in order to feel valued or connected. and it’s not just entertainment—it’s a commercial machine, pushing us to spend money on things we don’t need just to keep up.

the toxic economics of influencer culture

influencers may have become millionaires thanks to haul culture, but the truth is, they’re feeding a system that thrives on our insatiable desire for more. each haul video, each new product, and each brand partnership isn’t just about showcasing new stuff—it’s about driving us to consume endlessly. influencers profit directly when we buy through their affiliate links, and brands reap the rewards of an audience hooked on constant purchasing. this cycle isn’t just unhealthy—it’s unsustainable.

the real cost: waste and environmental destruction

haul culture is pushing us toward an environmental crisis. fast fashion alone contributes to 10% of global carbon emissions, and influencer-driven overconsumption only worsens the problem. cheap, poorly made products are bought, used briefly, and then discarded, adding to the growing mountains of waste. the “buy-and-return” culture has created an endless loop of production, waste, and pollution, all in the name of fleeting trends.

the psychological toll of constant consumption

let's talk about the mental toll. social media feeds us a toxic message that we’re not enough as we are—we need the latest products, the newest gadgets, the trendiest clothes to feel happy or worthy. it’s a lie. the constant bombardment of “buy this, buy that” fosters feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, and fear of missing out (fomo). influencers, knowingly or unknowingly, perpetuate this damaging narrative, making us believe that material goods are the key to self-worth and success.

a call for change: embracing mindful consumption

it’s time to wake up. the endless cycle of buying and discarding has to stop. we need to reject the idea that happiness can be bought in bulk and embrace conscious consumption. influencers and brands have a responsibility to lead the way—stop promoting mindless buying and start advocating for sustainability, quality, and intentional living. we need to buy less, choose better, and make products last.

conclusion: a sustainable future starts now

haul culture has grown into a behemoth, but we cannot afford to ignore the damage it’s causing. overconsumption isn’t just an economic issue—it’s a crisis. from environmental degradation to psychological harm, the price we’re paying for this culture of excess is far too high. it’s time to reclaim our power, to choose conscious consumption, and to reject the narrative that our worth is tied to material goods. the future depends on it.