People Believe Using Cash Means It Didn’t Happen
Hey, if you use cash it never happened, right? A new study done by the University of Notre Dame revealed that people tend to pay cash for things that are hard to justify. If you think about it it makes complete sense. Truly think about it. Have you ever done that?
Researcher Christopher Bechler says, “When a purchase is difficult to justify, like buying an overpriced bottle of water at the airport, cigarettes or candy, consumers pay with less-trackable methods, like cash, so they can eliminate the paper or electronic trail and ‘forget’ this guilty purchase.”
I have never felt this more than anything in my life.
I can not be the only one that feels that if you use cash it is automatically free. If I by chance have a $5 bill in my wallet (which doesn’t happen often) I decide… you know what? I deserve a Starbucks. So I go to Starbucks and get my coffee. If it’s under $5 then I use the cash that means it’s free. BUT if it’s $5.74 then I have to use my card and it ends up not being free. It sounds crazy but welcome to my world.
Why do I think this way? I have no idea. But Christopher goes on to say that “when a purchase is easy to justify, consumers have no problem paying with trackable methods like credit cards that create a paper or electronic trail.”
Researcher Christopher Bechler and his co-authors have all had that feeling as well. So I know I am not alone. So next time you get that feeling like you shouldn’t buy something just use cash adn then you never bought it at all.
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6 Surprising Chores That Can Actually Make You Feel Good
Mowing The Lawn
For some, being outside in the fresh air and sunshine while doing physical work can be quite enjoyable. There’s something about seeing a freshly cut and neat lawn that can provide a sense of pride and accomplishment. This can lead to increased happiness and satisfaction. Also, the rhythmic motion of mowing the lawn can be meditative for some people, which allows to clear their minds and reduce stress levels.
Laundry
The process of doing laundry can provide a sense of accomplishment and productivity. It involves completing a task from start to finish. And the act of folding and organizing freshly washed clothes can be satisfying for some people, helping them create a more organized and tidy living space. The task of doing laundry can also be an aromatic experience with the fresh and clean scent of newly washed clothes. That surely can lift a person’s mood.
Dishes
Washing dishes may not be the most glamorous of tasks, but it can actually be a chore that brings happiness. For some, the act of washing dishes can be a meditative activity that allows them to focus on the task at hand and clear their mind of other distractions.
Cleaning The Bathroom
Scrubbing away grime and dirt and restoring order to a space that may have become chaotic, can provide a sense of accomplishment and even a feeling of control over one’s environment. while cleaning the bathroom may not be everyone’s favorite chore, it can certainly be a task that brings a sense of peace and contentment to those who find joy in tidying up their living spaces.
Vacuuming
Vacuuming, like any other chore, can bring a sense of happiness and accomplishment to some people. Cleaning up dust, debris, and other particles from carpets and floors can provide a tangible sense of progress and order. Especially when you see the results of a freshly vacuumed space. Some people enjoy the sound and motion that a vacuum cleaner creates. It’s almost like a a sense of calm and relaxation, which can be therapeutic.
Cooking
Figuring out what to eat daily and having to cook it may not be enjoyable for some people. Cooking can be considered a chore, especially if they feel like they have to cook out of necessity rather than as a hobby or a creative outlet. It can provide a sense of satisfaction, accomplishment, and creativity. When you’re preparing a meal for yourself or others, it can be a way to express your love and care for those you are feeding. Also, cooking can be a stress-relieving activity that allows you to focus your attention on the task at hand and forget about other worries for a while.
