Category : consumption

The rise of consumerism as the dominant paradigm of social and economic order in modern times has seen society become increasingly focused on purchasing products as a means to create a sense of self and find fulfilment – a form of ‘retail’ therapy. The reliance on chronic consumption to fulfil these deep human needs has seen consumerism likened to a new religion, with shopping malls the places of worship. Sociologist George Ritzer coined the term ‘cathedrals of consumption’ to describe […]