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I reviewed every Amazon purchase I’ve ever made. Here’s what I learned.
From shopping comes money truth.
I was a relatively late adopter of Amazon, joining in 2012. I had privacy concerns despite my entire career taking place on the internet.
But once I did, I loved the convenience it offered. I loved the options it provided and the natural convenience.
But Amazon is changing. People no longer see it as this miracle company. It’s a soul-sucking company that prices out individuals and contributes to a lot of unhappiness.
So it was time for me to evaluate my own purchases and see if I could live without this beast.
Brand loyalty is a real thing.
I’ve bought the same kind of anti-aging serum multiple times. Ditto with deodorant, paper towels, supplements, and cleaner.
If there’s one thing Amazon is good for, it’s helping people get their fix of their favorite products. To wean oneself off of Amazon, we have to know the characteristics of what we look for—in other words, be smarter and more self-aware consumers.
