America desperately needs to deflate the ego. With the effrontery with which people throw their money around and the arrogance in their God-given belief that they deserve all their luxuries, it will surely be the eloquent downfall of any dignity we think we possess. If this statement makes you nervous, perhaps you might be willing to consider the prospect of a change. This is where I propose to support Buy Nothing Day. Literally as it sounds, this day would be a 24-hour period where people are encouraged to ignore their impulses and not buy anything. This would show people what they are truly taking for granted and serve as a viable solution. Buy Nothing Day is not a foreign concept, although it has been treated as such. In fact, we do this every year unintentionally. Disguised in names like Christmas and Thanksgiving, the concept of Buy Nothing Day makes its appearance. During these holidays, businesses close and frantic potential shoppers are forced to reach for their wallets and walk away from the stores. Instead, they are encouraged to engage in personal endeavors, highlighting the benefits of quality family time and relaxing in the pleasantries of their home. The impulse for unbridled purchasing is curbed and people appreciate the lack of materialistic agendas. Now he proposes to dedicate an entire day to this engaging aspect of non-purchasing. By giving it a title, Buy Nothing Day, people can recognize the willpower needed to not fall victim to the tempting temptation of extravagance. If Buy Nothing Day proves successful, many will be rewarded with a greater appreciation for how easy it is to get the things we want. People don't appreciate what they have until it's gone, and it certainly shows that... middle of paper... no good results, especially when you consider Paul Ryan's Republican response to the State of the Union Obama. Address. Ryan highlighted Obama's use of the budget to pass a new health care law. This “indefinite right to health care” has caused rising prices and premiums, loss of coverage, and increased taxes and mandates. Unlucky citizens suffered from Obama's decision to spend money on this law, instead of benefiting from the law's improvements. Thinking twice about what you buy is an attitude that benefits yourself and others. By implementing Buy Nothing Day, people will reconsider before rushing out to buy new clothes or the latest movie or whatever frivolous item they think they need. By encouraging people to use the things they already own and appreciate the necessities of life, it is possible to achieve a pleasant and humble lifestyle..