I do not read advertisements - I would spend all my time wanting things
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Avoiding ads is a strategy to prevent constant desire for possessions.
- In plain terms
- I avoid ads so I do not spend time wanting things.
- What can you take from it?
- Limiting exposure to marketing reduces material desire.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you want things?
- How much time do ads steal?
Another view
Some ads provide useful information beyond just selling things.
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