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I admire people who own expensive homes, cars, and clothes.
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Some of the most important achievements in life include acquiring material possessions.
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I don't place much emphasis on the amount of material objects people own as a sign of success.
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The things I own say a lot about how well I'm doing in life.
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I like to own things that impress people.
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I don't pay much attention to the material objects other people own.
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I usually buy only the things I need.
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I try to keep my life simple, as far as possessions are concerned.
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The things I own aren't all that important to me.
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I enjoy spending money on things that aren't practical.
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Buying things gives me a lot of pleasure.
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I like a lot of luxury in my life.
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I put less emphasis on material things than most people I know.
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I have all the things I really need to enjoy life.
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My life would be better if I owned certain things I don't have.
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I wouldn't be any happier if I owned nicer things.
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I'd be happier if I could afford to buy more things.
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It sometimes bothers me quite a bit that I can't afford to buy all the things I'd like.