Capitalizing on Insecurities (A US Thing)

 What is behind the messages we receive on a day to day basis?

Right now I am sitting at a McDonalds, reviewing the messages they have advertised, such as:

"limited time

'tis the Shamrock season"

This is one of many messages I see daily that remind me of Capitalism. I know it's a overrated thought, but really the content of Capitalism runs deep. Anti-capitalism propaganda, such as what you I see on Instagram for Pro-Palestine content, is agreeable. Boycotting places, such as, where I am sitting now, is something I probably am struggling to do. However controversial it sounds, we need to do it. Boycotting is the way we make our voices heard. The messages received on a daily basis reminding us in order to fit in, we must conform by spending our well-earned money on capitalistic expenses, such as Valentines Day decorum, gifts, and more. Why does our society push this agenda so much, what is the underlying reason for all this "gifting" and celebration of holidays that really don't make a difference to anyone, but simply the capitalization on each of our insecurities...

I'll tell you, in case you didn't get the rhetoric. We have this thing called FOMO and a "me, me, me" society, where all we can do is not help, but feel left out. When our spouse is struggling to buy something for us on Christmas, we feel less than, we feel unappreciated and that comes with a whole lot of insecurities. However, what if we were to say reject this idea of conformity, and be our own guide to happiness and fulfillment?

I'll tell you we would be much happier as a society and probably even think of others, such as the homeless, and the disenfranchised. I'm not talking about recording and posting a video on IG of you giving money to a homeless person, but rather the idea that helping others could greatly benefit you in a plethora of ways. Help someone today with words of affirmation,  help them monetarily, or if you're feeling extra giving, bring them happiness by listening. All it takes is your time, patience, and everlasting compassion for humanity. I promise the "me, me, me's" won't let you down making you feel worthless or better, incapable of celebrating your gifts to the world, as mentioned above.

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