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- People in America, especially poorer ones, tend to accumulate excessive stuff, which has become cheaper and less valuable over time.
- Stuff often has little practical value if not used immediately, and it can become a burden, owning the person instead of being owned.
- Cluttered spaces are mentally exhausting because they require more energy to process, making a house full of stuff depressing.
- To avoid accumulating useless items, ask if a purchase will make life noticeably better or be used constantly, and consider the overall cost of ownership.
- Books are an exception as they are easier to manage in bulk, but for other possessions, it's better to choose services over goods.