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Are you buying more during the pandemic? Boredom could be the reason behind it
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Are you buying more during the pandemic? Boredom could be the reason behind itBy Sydney Ember, New York Times
Last Updated: Feb 20, 2021, 10:36 AM IST
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By limiting social engagements, leisure activities and travel, the pandemic has forced many people to live a more muted life, without the normal deviations from daily monotony. The result is a collective sense of ennui one that is shaping what we do and what we buy, and even how productive we are.
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“Because we’re spending so much time in the home, we’re investing more in the home,” said an analyst. “And the things that we’re investing in are things to keep ourselves busy.”