Do you also prefer to sit in front of your computer and organize everything online instead of going out and driving for a big shopping spree? More and more people are opting for this method of shopping. The advantages are obvious. No more lugging around heavy bags, your purchases are delivered to your home, and you don\’t spend precious time in stores or in lines. Also, shopping with children is less nerve-wracking and easier on the wallet.
But have you ever thought about the downsides of shopping?
Many of us have sedentary jobs and sit in front of the computer, even when ordering groceries. We may not think of going shopping as a pleasant walk, but it is still a walk that is good for our health and fitness.
Will ordering groceries online really cost the same or less? The downside is that shipping is often only free for purchases over a certain amount. We usually try to take advantage of this, but we are also tempted to buy things we don\’t need. Virtual shopping carts are filled not only with useful items, but also with completely useless ones. Sometimes, as is the case in big-box stores, there are items for sale that are not so much about quality, but about which we would prefer to pay less.
Retailers try to ship fresh produce, but sometimes they just can\’t deliver fruits and vegetables of premium quality. They can become wrinkled in transit. Is it better to have larger onions or smaller oranges? Not always. Even if an approximate weight is indicated on the vegetable.
You may also suddenly find yourself looking at social media while ordering groceries for the whole family. Or you are scrolling through some reviews, trying to find a recipe for Sunday lunch and stocking up on ingredients. This is precisely the moment when the benefits of online shopping are reversed. You don\’t have to go to the store, which should save you time. Unfortunately, you\’re wasting time surfing the web. Decide how much time you want to spend just on online shopping. Setting an alarm should help you avoid procrastination.
Focus on ways to eliminate the downsides (not just the downsides) of online grocery shopping and reap its benefits.
