Life is tough. There comes a time when we all need to find our own way to breathe and reboot.
We all have different ways of doing this.
Some people phone home. “Mom?”, and so begins a lengthy and rejuvenating chat with the woman who is solely responsible for bringing you into this world. I’ve been known to do this when I have reached rock-bottom. Funny, though, as it is that when I am sad nothing turns me into a bubbling mess quite like hearing my mom’s voice.
Others turn to therapy. Seated across from a complete and utter stranger, people find solace in working their way through their problems with a professional–for the small cost of their first born and a kit kat bar.
So, why is that in a recession, people chastise those who spend frivolously on retail? We, too, indulge ourselves in therapy for a quick pick-me-up, although there is no verbal discourse required. The pick-me-up is better known as: retail therapy.
Sure, it may be shallow. I’m aware of this. But isn’t all therapy a bit self-indulgent? Why does society deem it perfectly acceptable to spend 200 dollars on an hour of discussion and not-so-much when springing for a new pair of shoes? I’m not saying people should not try to constantly better themselves – I try to do that on a daily (okay, yearly) basis. But if what brings me joy is a sample sale at Saks, who am I to argue science?
After all, shoppers alike are simply fulfilling their civic duty to jump start the economy – and let me tell you, it’s a thankless job.
In the end, if it makes us happy, it is worth it, right?
Although, I’m always up for suggestions. What brings you joy?
WOOO!!! SHOPPING!!!
I totally agree. For me, shopping is often like relaxing with a nice glass of wine. It’s just a great little stress relief!
And I also agree about the mom thing… If I’m sad, I start bawling the second she answers the phone! Haha!
OMG the second I hear “hello?” its all over. Moms are the best!!
We are pretty much one and the same – there isn’t much red wine and shopping can’t cure! š
Oh, also! I LOVE the “I’m too pretty to work” image! Totally sending that to my Dad! š
it’s pretty much my favorite image ever – if only it were true!!
LOVE the kristin collection, how did you do that???
coach recently launched a vintage-inspiried KRISTIN collection, how awesome is that? the motherland is calling me home..
This Post has KB written all over it. Really funny!
The US Economy thanks your “civic duty”. You’re silly, K. =)
Ahhh I love it! You said it perfectly š
why thank you! from one shopper to another š
Considering my well documented shopping habits, it’s perfect you posted this on my birthday. And of course I went shopping! š
Somehow I missed your blogs, I had no idea I wasn’t subscribed to it. Anyway I found it. I love this post. Retail Thearapy is the absolute best! But things that bring me joy: Music, Reading and most of all Disneyland or Walt Disney World (although any Disney Park will suffice).
Great job KB
Matt
Ahhh…. i loved every second of reading this. It speaks to me on a deep level š
And its true, every time I pull out the Amex, I know I’m doing this country a service.
If we were all as strong as Donald Francis Draper, shopping wouldn’t mean shit.