San Fermin

Every year from July 7th-14th thousands pack into Pamplona to start Spain's most famous bull-running fiesta to honour Navarre capital's patron saint, San Fermin.

In the bull-running a number of fighting bulls are let out onto the streets. The runners dash along in front of the bulls, aiming to feel the breath of the bull on their backs, getting as close as possible.

Today, we were talking in class about motivation, a reason to act in a particular way. What motivates people to participate in the running of the bulls?

We will never know the reason that motivated the first man to run in front of the bulls. The most common reason used to be the imitation of behavior, wanting to act like the older people that run with the bulls.

Hobby, passion, loyalty to the rite, promises, tributes?

Each runner is different and leads behind their story.

Does what you wear define you?

My mom used to tell me "You are who you hang out with. You are what you do" But what about "You are what you wear"?

I don’t think what you wear defines who you are, but unfortunately it is what other people define you by. While you can tell a lot about a person by the way they dress, clothes don't tell the whole story of who you are. It doesn't define you, but it is an expression of yourself. It expresses the way you feel about your body and how do you like other people to see you.

Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga are two influential figures who have made great impact in the rapidly-changing music business.

Taylor Swift

Lady Gaga

Swift doesn’t have a sexual image,  and her songs are introspective and confessional, not gimmicky and exhibitionist.  Lady Gaga has her own, special perception of fashion and considers her outfits vital part of her music performances on stage or at her videos.

Two different music and clothing styles. Two different ways of expression.

Shopaholic

I just watched the movie Confessions of a shopaholic with my roommate! 

Shopaholic is a term used to describe individuals who are addicted to shopping. Best example? Paris Hilton. Check out her closet!

http://www.getrichslowly.org/blog/2007/11/12/are-you-a-shopaholic-six-steps-to-curb-compulsive-spending/

I found in that page some habits that indicates a problem with shopping or spending:

• Shopping of spending money as a result of being disappointed, angry or scared.
• Shopping/spending habits causing emotional distress or chaos in one’s life.
• Having arguments with others regarding shopping or spending habits.
• Feeling lost without credit cards.
• Buying items on credit that would not be bought with cash.
• Spending money causes a rush of euphoria and anxiety at the same time.
• Spending or shopping feels like a reckless or forbidden act.
• Feeling guilty, ashamed, embarrassed or confused after shopping or spending money. Many purchases are never used.
• Lying to others about what was bought or how much money was spent.
• Thinking excessively about money.
• Spending a lot of time juggling accounts and bills to accommodate spending.

Have you experienced some of these? Maybe you are a shopaholic! ;)

Things that you want

If you say you're going to buy something, you're more likely to do it!

I was reading the news and I found out that stating an intention leads consumers to action and makes certain brands come to mind,  which then influences brand choices. The intention puts the intention-related brand to the front of consumers' minds and pushes other well-liked brands to the back until the consumer has accomplished the intention.

WELCOME!

Hi everyone, and welcome to my new blog!


I am very excited to be writing my first blog post. I would love to hear any opinions that you have to offer.


Thanks,


Ana

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