Fatal Conveniences: The True Cost of Online Holiday Shopping

The Darin Olien Show

Fatal Conveniences: The True Cost of Online Holiday Shopping

Are you rethinking your holiday shopping habits yet? What feels like a convenient click might be costing far more than you realize.

Online shopping isn’t just about saving time or skipping the crowds—it’s a massive driver of waste, environmental destruction, and even mental health struggles. From the hidden plastic packaging behind every delivery to the psychological traps of instant gratification, our purchases are shaping more than just our wish lists.

In this episode of SuperLife, I talk about the surprising ways online shopping impacts our world and our life. We’ll dig into how e-commerce fuels addiction-like behaviors, creates staggering amounts of waste and drives small businesses to the brink. But it’s not just about pointing fingers—this is about awareness and action.

Ready to take back control of your wallet, your mind, and your planet? Join me as I share simple strategies to shop smarter this holiday season while supporting local businesses and minimizing harm to the environment. Let’s redefine convenience in a way that works for everyone—especially our future

BREAKDOWN

We Also Discuss:

(00:01) The Hidden Costs of Online Shopping

(02:58) The History of E-Commerce and Its Rise

(05:09) The Dopamine Effect: Why Online Shopping Feels Addictive

(09:31) Social Media’s Role in Shaping Consumer Behavior

(21:02) Practical and Sustainable Solutions for Smarter Shopping

LINKS

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