Nowadays, the requirements of people are getting too complicated around the world. As a result, shopping has become a part of their life, and more people enjoy outdoor shopping very well. Unfortunately, in a few countries, shopping is becoming a trend in leisure time rather than doing conventional hobbies such as reading books and playing sports. However, from my point of view, there are many reasons for this trend, and I believe that it has negative developments.
To start with, modern life is very stressful and tired, and many people spend more than 10 hours per day at their workplaces or schools. Hence, both young and older people don’t have the energy and time to play games and read publications after their stressful work hours and school times. Because of this, shopping helps to release working pressure and tiredness, and get rid of boredom, and makes everyone feel happy. Moreover, many shopping malls and online stores are expanding these days, and it is easier for anyone to shop anytime. Also, shopping is a way to connect with friends, communicate with each other, enjoy different kinds of foods or movies, and build new relationships. Furthermore, advertisements about expensive branded items, such as phones, clothes, and shoes, are seen on television, the internet, or social media. Although these branded things aren’t needed, especially young people tempt to buy them for entertainment.
However, I think that it has mostly negative developments. Firstly, when shopping expensive and unnecessary goods excessively and uncontrollably, people waste their money and reduce their savings. Also, if credit cards are used for purchasing, they accumulate debt and can even face the risk of bankrupt. Secondly, reading books can be more helpful to learn new languages and improve knowledge rather than wasting time for shopping. Moreover, people can use shopping time more productively to build their careers. Thirdly, shopping is not a healthy activity for people. When playing sports, health issues, such as obesity, can be avoided, and the body can be kept fit.
Taking everything into consideration, shopping is becoming an easy and relaxing activity and does not require much effort to spend their free time. Also, working pressure, stress, and boredom are avoided temporarily, and time is given to connect with friends. However, negative impacts, such as financial problems, health issues, and wasting time, occur.