I support minimalism, at least in theory
“Lessons from shopping bans” make a capital story
Yet when faced with 60% off sales, my resolve
To refrain from buying more stuff quickly dissolves
I am “saving” for a rainy day, I rationalize
About the joy of a new purchase I fantasize
Before long, virtual objects have appeared
Miraculously in my shopping cart, and as I had feared
The “Place Your Order” button is staring at me
Of my love for minimalism, making a mockery
By this time, often I have already resigned
Myself to temptation, it is too late to rewind
The button is pressed, the order is placed
Another blow to minimalism my life has faced..
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In a world where it is easier every day
To acquire more stuff- it’s only one click away
Curbing temptation is the hardest thing to do-
The thrill of acquiring something new
Has the feel of an overarching panacea
Shopping online seems like a good idea
To overcome boredom, anxiety, situational depression
All ills can be remedied by a new possession…
Thus stuff accumulates, when it was not meant to
Sucking time and energy from you too..
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Maybe writing this verse will actually inspire
Me to initiate a shopping ban, and less stuff acquire…
Passion...unbridled 