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We have endless choices for spending our hard-earned cash, but many Canadians break them down into two categories: material possessions and experiences. But how can you determine when an experience is worth it? Isn’t everything an experience? Fortunately, research conducted by Dr. Thomas Gilovich of Cornell University and his colleagues provides valuable insights into why we make material and experiential purchases. Let’s explore the findings and discover how they can guide us in making wiser choices.

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Material possessions versus experiences

It’s no secret we live in a society driven by consumerism and the desire for more, more, more. We are constantly bombarded with messages encouraging us to buy something, whether it’s through ads on our phones, commercials on streaming services, or influencers pedalling their latest find. You also have things like credit cards and buy now, pay later programs that suggest you can have more, even if you can’t afford it…

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