It's time to talk about the importance of retail therapy. Yes, you read that right, retail therapy. It's not just about buying stuff; it's about the experience of buying stuff. The thrill of the hunt, the agony of the sale, the ecstasy of the discount.

In a world where everyone's a winner, everyone's a loser. Where the only constant is the constant change, and the only thing that's certain is the certainty of uncertainty. Retail therapy is the answer to all your problems. It's the one thing that'll make you feel better, make you feel worse, make you feel like you're making progress, or make you feel like you're going backwards.

• It's a great excuse to get out of the house
• It's a wonderful way to people-watch
• It's a fantastic excuse to spend money
• It's a terrible way to waste time