is the question. This is definitely not a SMART goal.

The key seems to be to eliminate impulse buying altogether. I can’t deny the sheer pleasure jolt of acquisition, but I also think there’s often as much enjoyment to be gained through extended contemplation of a potential new thing.

What would it mean for a purchase to absorb the same amount of psychic energy as a philanthropic gift? (Gosh knows there’s also a fair amount of impulse philanthropy out there.)