#16 beware of marketing and advertisers

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Fortify your mind from advertisers with these two articles:

1. https://www.tarasekhar.com/post/krishna-said-that-a-strayed-mind-is-free-of-knowledge
2. https://www.tarasekhar.com/post/krishna-said-that-desire-corrupts-intellect-mind-senses

How advertising and marketing agencies use perception engineering to influence consumer behavior. I take you through the evolution of sales techniques, where products were sold based on their features to now, where the focus is on changing a potential consumer's perception of a product or brand.

By linking perceived happiness to possessions and material goods, companies have trapped people in a consumption cycle. Watch as I explain this complex process and offer solutions to help you lead a more utility-based life and navigate away from materialistic distractions.

00:00 Introduction to the World of Advertising
00:28 The Evolution of Marketing
01:41 The Power of Perception in Advertising
02:06 The Influence of Brands and Consumerism
04:35 The Role of Social Media in Advertising
05:05 The Impact of Consumerism on Happiness
06:40 The Commercialization of Children
09:55 The Illusion of Material Gratification
09:58 The Importance of Being Utility-Based
12:17 Conclusion and Further Reading

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Advertising Tricks and Consumer Awareness, Understanding Marketing Psychology, The Shift from Product Features to Perception Management, Escaping the Consumption Cycle, The Dangers of Materialism in Advertising, Consumer Behavior and Perception Engineering, The Role of Social Media in Shaping Consumerism, The Impact of Advertising on Happiness, Combatting the Commercialization of Childhood, Breaking Free from Materialistic Influences, Embracing a Utility-Based Lifestyle, Navigating the World of Marketing and Advertising, Solutions to Overcome Advertising Manipulation, The Evolution of Sales Techniques and Consumer Perception, Critical Analysis of Brand Influence and Consumer Decisions