Why Do Free Things Cause Wars? The Shocking Truth!

This article aims to investigate one of the strangest paradoxes in the consumer world. It is often observed that free products cause the most conflicts both on the market and in work environments such as offices. Why is this so? Shouldn’t we be grateful for receiving something at no cost? This shocking truth reveals less obvious sides of our nature.

Our observations indicate that free products are not perceived as neutral—they are a powerful manipulation tool that can cause serious tension. In the office, for example, a person offering free products may be viewed as someone trying to gain an advantage, create alliances, or gain support. This can lead to suspicions, dissatisfaction, and conflicts between teams.

Moreover, free products often have their “hidden price”. Nothing is really free and often the recipients of such products have to pay another price, for example, with data, time, or attention. Free products can therefore lead to manipulation and exploitation, which in turn leads to conflict. This is also contrary to our intuition, which tells us that we should be grateful for “free” things.

Finally, our observations suggest that conflicts related to free products arise from our deeply ingrained expectations and beliefs. We feel that we should get what we deserve, and that there is no such thing as a “free lunch”. When these expectations are violated, it can lead to conflict. Therefore, it is important to always be aware of the “hidden costs” of free products and be prepared for possible consequences.

In conclusion, free products are a powerful tool and can have various effects on our relationships, both at work and beyond. This is not absolutely negative—it all depends on how we use them. The most important thing is to remember about ethics and responsibility. If we adhere to these principles, free things will no longer be a source of problems for us.