If you’re anything like me, you LOVE to shop. Shopping brings so much joy and an excitement in my life that it’s hard to explain. Any time I was ever upset, my mom would always say, “Let do a little “retail therapy” to get you in a better mood.” Well every time, this “retail therapy” turned out to be just what I needed. So if you ever need a reason to feel better about spending money, check out these 5 reasons below!

1. Shopping is a workout

Walking hours to find the items you want and holding heavy bags is almost as exhausting as playing a sport! You may be spending money, but you are also burning calories! Plus, you’re getting more of a workout shopping, than you would be sitting on your sofa watching Netflix. So in the famous words of Carrie Bradshaw, think of shopping as your cardio!

2. You always have something to buy!

This is every girl’s weaknesses. We all go in a store to buy one thing, but come out with six other things. Did we necessarily need to buy them? Maybe or maybe not, but at the time it was a must! And of course if it’s on sale, there’s no question about that! A girl can never go wrong with too many clothes. And even if your closet it full of clothes, there is always a missing accessory. Trust me, I feel you.

3. Shopping is a social activity.

It’s something that most people enjoy doing because everyone likes getting NEW things. It’s the perfect activity to do when you’re wanting to kill time, or hang out with your friends. Shopping gives you the chance to learn everyone’s unique style, and keep up with the latest fashion trends. Plus, “shopping is full of chatting, gossip, brunches, and other fun things that give us our very own SATC experience! Which girl wouldn’t want that!” – Sujata Lyer.

4. We love pretty.

No matter how hard we try, we cannot resist pretty things. The moment we see something that is breathtakingly attractive, we start thinking of reasons why we should buy it. Don’t deny it- we all do it, but it’s OKAY! We as woman have a desire to always look and dress our best. What woman doesn’t like feeling beautiful? So next time you want to buy something, do it and TREAT YOURSELF!

5. Because it makes us happy.

"Why do girls love shopping? The answer is simple; it makes us happy! And don't they say “happy girls are the prettiest?" - Meenu Goel. This quote couldn’t have explained it any better. Shopping may have all kinds of healthy and positive outcomes, but retail therapy is not a textbook theory. It’s actually true. When you are depressed or feeling a little down and out, buying something new can work wonders for your soul. It may not last a long time but the effect is pretty magical.

Shopping may not be the key to long term happiness, but if you’re ever looking for “a little fix”, I would highly suggest to do some RETAIL THERAPY!