We all do it. It could be a new bag, a pair of shoes, a fancy candle (that smells great but that you absolutely didn’t need), and so on – there’s just something so undeniably satisfying about buying something nice. And the thing to remember is, it’s not always about being materialistic or ‘showing off’. Sometimes it’s just as simple as wanting to feel good, and that’s it. With that in mind, keep reading to find out more about why we like to buy nice things.
Quality Feels Different
One thing that you might have noticed is that sometimes, the nice things do actually feel different – a well-made coat, for example, is going to keep its shape and always make you look great, and a thoughtfully designed bag is going to be useful for years to come – and it’ll last too. And when it comes to jewellery, something high-quality doesn’t just last, but it’s going to have some meaning behind it, which is so important.
And there’s also a fantastic sense of satisfaction when it comes to buying something nice, as though you’ve done a small but good thing for yourself, or maybe for someone else. That’s something you can enjoy not just in the moment, but in the future too, and that’s another way your nice things can last and why they’re good to buy.
It Boosts Your Mood
This point is perhaps a bit obvious, but it’s also true, and it’s also something to mention because it really is important – when you buy something nice, you’ll feel good and that’s going to boost your mood. Whether it’s a small treat or a bigger investment, if you buy something you really love, it’s going to give you a little spark of joy, and the more of those you can have in your life, the better.
What you buy doesn’t have to be extravagant or expensive because it’s more about the feeling you get – you’ll feel positive, happy, and accomplished, and that’s even more true if you’ve had to wait and save up for something. And once you’re feeling good, that’s going to pour over into other areas of your life as well, so it’s always a great thing to grab hold of if you can.
It’s Great Self-Expression
The things you buy tend to say a lot about you, even if you’re actually buying whatever it is as a gift – there’s still going to be a bit of your personality in there somewhere because it was you making the choice about what to buy. It’s just how it works. But that’s not a bad thing.
Being able to express yourself whether you’re buying a new t-shirt with a fun slogan on it or a diamond ring from Rare Carat, means you can feel a lot more comfortable in your own skin – plus, if your personality is reflected in whatever it is you’re buying, it means you’re going to want to use it and wear it more, and that makes even the most expensive item much better value for money.