barriomulas.com - Sovereign Consumerism

Just mind wandering...

A sovereign consumer is one who:

Purchases upon need and convenience, instead of through impulse.
Purchases to refurbish and restock, instead of through impulse.
Is not effected by advertising.
Is aware of manipulative and addictive qualities of advertising.
Is aware of the effect his purchase might have on his community.
Is aware of the effect his purchase has on the communities of others.
If fiscally independent with no or little debt.
Can differentiate between high quality good and goods priced high for bragging purposes.
Weighs leisure over luxury.