Why do people (Americans) think everything can be repaired with consumption?

Question

the Earth Hour is for people switch off their lights for just one hour on Saturday night.

The idea is to save, to save energy, but i see the culture is toward buying more. In this case, it is buying candles alongside with preparing romantic diner.

some people do not get it, do they ?

The fundamental question is do you (we) think consumption is the solution for the probems created by consumption?

Answer 1

If America last another 5 years without going bankrupted it will surprise me.

If it does there will be a lot of crying then.

Earth hour, what is that,??? We will need the Grace of God to help us now.

Answer 2

Because for many of those who prefer not to think very much, consumption is the distraction of choice.

Answer 3

I suggest you simplify your own life and don't worry about others. May I suggest you get rid of your PC and Internet Connection as a start.

Answer 4

Some times, at some situation, a problem solver thinks in this direction.

You may be right, but the situations for others may not be the same to think as you feel.

Sorry !

Answer 5

consumer based economy, economy is based on consumers...