Confessions of Real Shopaholics
Like alcoholism or drug addiction, an addiction to shopping can mask underlying problems like depression or anxiety disorder, and the negative impact on relationships and finances can be devastating.
Looking back, Cardella says she sees herself “as someone who perhaps became obsessed with appearances and fashion.”
Her advice (to young girls especially) is to find inner peace … and keep your hobbies.
“I would recommend they don’t give up other aspects of themselves,” Cardella says, “just for the sake of appearance driven things.” The big thing to ask yourself when shopping is what you’re really shopping for, she adds. “Are you buying emotions? A way to feel better about yourself? Or a way out of depression, or sadness, or fear?” If so, take a look at the problem.
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