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On the other hand, I've had a couple of experiences where I've grudgingly spent money on something, and then felt, "Oh my god, why didn't I do this sooner? It w
by tunesmith 9y ago
On the other hand, I've had a couple of experiences where I've grudgingly spent money on something, and then felt, "Oh my god, why didn't I do this sooner? It would have helped my quality of life." Not just as luxuries, but in ways that freed me up to feel more productive or healthy.
For instance (all of this assumes you have the money to do so), a bookkeeper for your small business. A CPA for your taxes. A lawn service. A financial planner. A bidet.
It makes me wonder what else like that is out there. Stuff that isn't purely materialistic, but is "worth it" for whatever value if "it" matches your net worth. For perpetual savers, being counseled on how they can spend their money (on worthwhile endeavors) might actually be useful.
- charlieflowers 9y agoI agree, there's a balance. But I'd advise being skeptical when someone proposes, from a "policy level", that we need to train people to spend more. It's highly likely that -- like Edward -- they don't have your best interests at heart (but not guaranteed).
- ashark 9y agoThose belts that ratchet (Slidebelts?). Electric toothbrush (yes, really). Decent-to-good leather shoes. Wool socks. Button fly jeans. Rice cooker. [EDIT] my belt says "Trak Line"
- tutufan 9y agoBose noise-cancelling headphones. That tuna ventresca packed in olive oil in a jar. One of those two-chamber syrup time toys.