> when I assign a value to my free time, which I like to estimate at half my hourly rate in calculations like this. That only works when you are choose to use

> when I assign a value to my free time, which I like to estimate at half my hourly rate in calculations like this. That only works when you are choose to use that free time earning at that rate. Otherwise you are simply using mental gymnastics to validate your choice (which, since it is your money and your food, certainly does not require validation from others).