ahh and we meet again! i know i've been gone for a while...
but i must admit, these last 2 months have been wonderful! to "regroup" was simply something i didn't know i need so badly and i couldn't be any more grateful for! personal time was something i didn't really remember. so an unexpected change in my life ended up being inspirational and of course a blast! it was summer of course ;)
what a whirlwind it has been - labor day is just days away and truly i can't believe it's here already. personally, i have always treated september as "the new year" i guess it's just that school mentality. but now, i like to think of it as a second chance, a new leaf and a time to START OVER, FRESH. i can't think of a better time for me to welcome myself and you back to secrets! and c'mon after a sweltering summer, who doesn't get a little excited for pumpkin spiced lattes and sweaters! i personally have always been one to get excited for the changes: trees, weather and clothes!
so without further delay - welcome back to secrets of the 3 s's! fall is my favorite time of year and there is so much to look forward to in the coming months. i hope you will stick around and enjoy it with me! <3
August 30, 2011
June 27, 2011
biology vs. buyology
extra: this blog is just as much for the ladies, as it is.... for the guys!
compulsive shopper? emotional shopper? it's on sale - i'm sure i'll find a use for it...
do any of these statements fit you to a T?! i would say that there are times in your life when you splurge. whether its needed or not - that is a matter of the heart, and the wallet! but did you ever feel like you were being roped in all the right or here we go, WRONG directions! so it probably isn't apart of our DNA but there is obviously, some logic/madness behind many decisions we make, the ads that catch our eye, even the route in which we take in our favorite stores.... and i'm not too sure how many of you know that!
personally, i don't know if there is a real science to "shopping" or our "interest". seeing as though i have an interest and an educational background in marketing - i can recognize the signs as a consumer! the ploys that are typically used are something i think even my 7 year old sister would notice! but if you really dig deeper; you may be able to uncover the "truth".
i'm no pro, however on matters of the brain and it's triggers this guy - martin lindstrom is! he conducted a 4 year long, neuromarketing study - i saw a segment with him on the today show a couple of months ago and since then i've kinda been swept away by his message. he mentions tid bits like - you'll buy more when you have a list ( BLOWN AWAY BY THAT - I LOVE LISTS! ) - he says, never to shop with the kids ( BELIEVE IT! ) - personal experience: my mother always says she spends an additional $60 - $70 dollars more if she takes any of us shopping with her! and staying "cool" at the last 5 minutes as you check out of the store - you rack up the most extras in counter items during this time! ( AND I AM SOOOO GUILTY OF THIS. )
i thought i'd share the good word with you! believe what you would like and read it if you are interested! i like the message and i clearly find it a bit fascinating... i sat there laughing and cringing all at the same time! and i'm watching my own patterns now more closely!
hope you enjoy it, and as always let me know your thoughts! : )
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