Are we becoming less materialistic?

STUDIES HAVE shown that the pandemic made us lonelier. (IT)

Media and advertising encourage MATERIALISM. (BE)

Many people believe that more material possessions will MAKE THEM HAPPY. (HAPPINESS)

Children are taught TO ASSOCIATE MATERIAL GAIN with rewards for good behaviour. (IS)

Whenever people FIND WORLS EVENTS THREATENING, they stock up on vital supplies. (FEEL)