They come in various names, thrift gods, thrift goblins, thrift demons, etc., but they are entities that decide your thrifting luck. No one has ever seen these entities, but they are there. They’re the ones that mask the items in front of you, even if they are pure gold. They’re the ones that also give you the cheapest but most fabulous thing you have ever seen. They empty the store just minutes before you enter, making it the calmest, most enjoyable experience you have ever had.
They control the thrift.
Thrifting and shopping tend to be different categories, and feelings tend to be different. Instead of buying things curated for you, you are buying things for yourself. It comes out to be a game of chance, something that feels outer worldly compared to standard shopping.
So it wouldn’t be surprising that this experience feels more magical. So here are some rules to be good to the entities that watch over you.
Come to the thrift store in a good mood. That uplifted spirit will be a sacrificial gift to the thrifting gods. Be respectful. Pick things up from the ground if you accidentally drop them. Make sure to be kind and polite to other people there. When someone is looking at a row of clothes, take your time, but don’t interrupt them, those interruptions dismantle the flow of the thrifting vibe. The gods don’t want shifts in their world.
By making these small gestures, you’ll be surprised at how successful your experience at the thrift store will be. Things tend to be a lot lighter mood-wise. Life feels like it is easier. And, especially when you least expect it, you’ll find the item or clothing just made for you. It’s like they release goodness in the air, and that goodness is for you.
Treat the thrift gods right, and they’ll gift you in return.
