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In contemporary capitalism, constant pressure to consume sways individual choices. Advertising bombards consumers with the implication that they need more than they already have, leading to a cycle of consumption that fuels growth but can also breed discontent.
The phenomenon of planned obsolescence forces people to regularly replace devices, prompting financial expenditure with no corresponding increase in welfare or quality of life. These distractions divert resources and attention away from potentially more enriching and community-focused activities, like education or leisure.