‘Tis The Season

The shopping connection delivers a never-ending stream of joy and warmth.

Or the channel to whichcriticslove to compareTikTok Shop.

Have you thought about your eye doctor?

David’s Cookies segment on QVC. Screenshot via YouTube

), and talk aboutallthe cookie exchange parties youll inevitably be invited to.

I realize Im describing some basic principles of advertising here.

But its more than that.

Cookies on QVC. Screenshot via YouTube

For one, its refreshing to watch a live broadcast that will probably never become a trending topic.

(Unlesssomething truly wildhappens, what youre watching is more or less ephemeral.)

Seeing high-quality cookware on QVC?

Dirty Cookies presentation on QVC. Screenshot via YouTube

I could use it, but I could also use the luggage theyre selling in the next hour.

And the makeup after that.

Then, the cozy slippers, the portable charger, and the Philosophy shower gels.

Philosophy presentation on ‘QVC.’ Screenshot via YouTube

(The way those holiday scents are described is my personal ASMR.)

Its likebody doubling,where working in someone elses presence helps you get your stuff done without distraction.

That kind of environment makes it easy to recalibrate my brain on busy days.