It's easier to trick someone into thinking they're receiving value from you, than to actually provide that value.

But I've had this argument before, so I know the reply will be that value is defined as the feeling of receiving value, therefore they are delivering real value.

A lot of this stuff is being purchased with debt. People aren’t happy about their debt, their inability to buy a house, or all the clutter that consumes their home. Yet, in the moment, they are led to believe that a Labubu is what they really desire. It’s not.