December 31st 2024.
As we enter the new year, it seems that the holiday season is still lingering in our minds and our stomachs. But while many of us are still recovering from the Christmas feasts and indulging in the last remnants of our favorite sweets, the supermarkets have already moved on to the next big event - Easter. Yes, you read that right. Despite Easter being months away, Easter eggs are already making their appearance on the shelves of major supermarkets like Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, B&M, Waitrose, and Co-op. From Cadbury Mini Eggs to Creme Eggs and Terry's Chocolate Orange treats, these retailers are already making sales and enticing us with their delicious offerings for the upcoming holiday on April 20.
But why do they start selling Easter eggs so early? Some might think it's just a ploy to get us to buy more, and they wouldn't be entirely wrong. According to experts, there is a psychological trick behind this strategy. By putting out Easter products well in advance, it gets us thinking about the holiday and makes us more likely to purchase the eggs now, for fear of them running out of stock come April. We might also be tempted by the thought of saving money by buying them early. After all, who doesn't like a good deal?
Psychotherapist Kamalyn Kaur explains that Easter eggs being available in stores now can act as a psychological trigger for some people. It creates a sense of anticipation and excitement, prompting us to make early purchases. This is a common tactic used by shops to encourage consumers to start planning and preparing for the holiday ahead of time. It's a visual reminder of the event that can subconsciously influence our buying behavior. And in some cases, if the eggs are introduced at a cheaper price, it can create a sense of urgency and scarcity, leading us to buy them sooner.
But the Easter eggs being out early can also have its downsides. Kaur points out that some people may end up buying them with the intention of saving them for Easter, but over the next few months, they may end up eating them and having to go back and buy more. This can become an endless cycle, especially for those with little self-restraint, resulting in them buying more than they initially planned. The same goes for other holiday treats, like Valentine's, Halloween, or Christmas candy that are available well before the actual holiday.
So next time you find yourself reaching for those tempting Easter eggs, take a moment to consider whether you really need them or if you're just being influenced by their early appearance in stores. After all, the same products will be back on the shelves closer to Easter, giving us another chance to indulge in our favorite treats. And as they say, everything in moderation. Happy Easter!
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