Materialism
Materialism is when someone believes that having a lot of things, like toys or clothes or gadgets, will make them happy. They might think that if they have the latest toy or phone, they will be cool or popular.
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But the problem with materialism is that it can make people feel like they always need more and more things to be happy. They might spend a lot of money on things they don't really need or use, and then feel disappointed or unhappy when those things don't make them as happy as they thought they would.
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It's okay to enjoy things and have nice things, but it's important to remember that things alone can't bring true happiness.
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Take a Stance
Task 1: Gratitude Journal
Objective: Encouraging children to cultivate gratitude for non-material aspects of life.
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Instructions:
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Provide each child with a notebook or journal.
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Explain the concept of gratitude and its importance in finding happiness.
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Instruct the children to write or draw three things they are grateful for each day.
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Encourage them to focus on non-material aspects, such as relationships, experiences, nature, or acts of kindness.
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Set a goal for the children to maintain the gratitude journal for a week or longer.
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At the end of the designated time period, gather the children and have a discussion about their experiences and what they learned from practising gratitude.
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Emphasize the importance of finding joy in non-material aspects of life and continuing to cultivate gratitude in their daily lives.
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Experiments and Challenges
Task 1:  Sharing and Giving Activity Objective: Teaching children the value of sharing and giving to others. ​ Instructions: Gather a group of children and explain the importance of sharing and giving to those in need. Ask each child to choose one or more toys, books, or clothes they no longer use or need. Instruct them to bring the items to a designated area. Organize a sharing and giving event where children can exchange their items with one another. Explain that any leftover items will be donated to a local charity or a children's organization. Facilitate the sharing and giving process, ensuring fairness and encouraging positive interactions among the children. After the activity, gather the children for a reflection and discussion. Discuss how sharing and giving can bring joy and fulfilment, even without acquiring new material possessions. Encourage the children to continue finding opportunities to share and give to others, both within their immediate circles and in their broader community. ​ These tasks are designed to be easy and engaging for children while promoting the concepts of gratitude, sharing, and giving. By incorporating these activities into their lives, children can develop a positive outlook and a sense of fulfilment that extends beyond material possessions.
Weird and Wonderful Facts
Zara uses hangers in its stores that are all recycled, and 90% of its packaging is made of paper.
The average t-shirt in Sweden is worn around 22 times in a year, while the average dress is worn just 10 times
Experiences create memories that we can cherish for a lifetime, whereas material possessions can lose their novelty over time.