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The document discusses the author's past consumer behavior and plans to improve it. [1] The author describes themselves as previously being alarmed by sales and impulse shopping without concern for the future. [2] However, the author has gained knowledge and now shops less frequently and only during sales. [3] The author acknowledges a need to improve past consumption behaviors and outlines a plan to do so by differentiating wants from needs, reducing consumption, shopping second-hand, and making thoughtful purchasing decisions.

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The document discusses the author's past consumer behavior and plans to improve it. [1] The author describes themselves as previously being alarmed by sales and impulse shopping without concern for the future. [2] However, the author has gained knowledge and now shops less frequently and only during sales. [3] The author acknowledges a need to improve past consumption behaviors and outlines a plan to do so by differentiating wants from needs, reducing consumption, shopping second-hand, and making thoughtful purchasing decisions.

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FERNANDEZ, ASHLEY JOY B.

11_BSN_05

CONSUMER/MATERIALS SELF: ACTIVITY 1

Instruction: Answer the following questions: ESSAY

1.Are you one of those who are always alarmed by sale? If yes, how will you describe your consumer
behavior, if not, briefly state the reasons.

As a teenager with many wants and demands, I can't say that I'm particularly good at saving
money because I'm constantly ready to obtain the things I really want. I am the type of person that will
make sure to obtain what I want if I desire it since this is how I can satisfy myself. I frequently shop
online and acquire a lot of items, especially when a trend is in effect. I don't care what happens and if I
don't have money tomorrow as long as I can buy everything I want. However, things changed and I now
only shop once a month, depending on whether there is a sale because I gained much knowledge and
insight. Spending excessively is bad, especially if it's for your wants rather than your needs.

So I can say that I'm one of the customers who gets alarmed when a sale happens. I typically
purchase things based on their pricing. For instance, I try to wait for a discount before buying an outfit if
I have to go to a party this month in order to save money. Marketing elements (pricing, advertising, etc.)
have a bigger impact on me than psychological ones do. I become too thrilled whenever I hear the word
"sale" and believe that I will finally be able to purchase the clothing or item that I have my eye on. I
always search for goods that are reasonably priced and of high quality. I truly don't care if the product is
old, not new and fresh on the market because all I care about is the amount of money I will save if I
choose to purchase a discounted item.

I still spend money on things, but at least I'm improving and slowly working to learn how to value
money and not spend excessive amounts on things that are unimportant, particularly if they are
expensive. Small amounts of cash that you may save can be of great assistance to you, especially if you
know how to value and manage your finances well.

2. How do you plan to become responsible consumer?

As consumers, we can develop behaviors that benefit the environment, social impact projects,
and daily life. Awareness of how our shopping choices impact the world around us is a necessary
component of being a responsible consumer. It only takes one modest intentional choice to alter our
purchasing patterns for there to be huge long-term changes. Simply put, the term "responsible
consumer" refers to a person who is aware of their consumption patterns and chooses to have, or even
demands, that manufacturers of goods and services have a more favorable influence on society and the
environment.

But it's crucial to keep in mind that shopping ethically is a privilege. It suggests that the
consumer has the time and resources to base decisions on factors than cost and convenience. With this
in mind, students should make the most of what they have, regardless of its appearance.
It is possible to "convert profit-driven businesses into purpose-driven firms" through responsible
consumerism

To become a responsible consumer, I planned to do these things:

 Do I need it, or do I want it?


 Keeping and investing their money in an ethical bank
 Reusing, repairing and recycling.
 Reducing consumption
 Do shopping in bulk to save more time and money.
 Think before buying anything. Don’t be impulsive or indecisive in buying things.
 Shop at second-hand stores or local brands. Supporting local products will help boost the
economy of our country.

3. Do you need to improve your past consumption? Why or why not?

Yes, I do believe that my past consumption needs to be improved. I have a tendency to buy things
on impulse, especially now that there are regular sales taking place on various online shopping platforms
like shopee and lazada. I've been purchasing items that are not required and that I don't actually need.
Sometimes I don't need something; I just buy it because it's cute or attractive (pleasant to the sight).But
since I learned and realized a lot, now I'm slowly working on it for me to improved my past consumption
and change it to a better one.

The majority of people who are skilled at saving money and spending wisely use a long-term
strategy; they forgo frivolous purchases that provide them short-term pleasure in favor of saving for
long-lasting items. The secret to improving the lives of both those who know how to save and those who
do not is to encourage both groups to take a long-term approach to our well-being. This includes
encouraging other species as well. What is the psychology of modern consumption, and how can we
embrace more environmentally friendly lifestyles? There is a lot of work to do here, and it will take a
group effort to encourage a good quality of life, while at the same time, finding another way of seeking
happiness than through consumption.

And we may enhance our lives while reducing consumption by raising their quality.Longer and
better lives decrease birthrates and population growth, which reduces consumption the most. If you buy
clothes, cars, homes, or toys that last longer, you don't need to buy as many of them. You don't need to
eat as much if you eat better-quality food. New products can cut back on the use of outdated ones.
Those who produce or market those antiquated goods can take offense to this. Be wise when making
product purchases and learn to maximize your consumption.

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