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My argument would be that you might as well enjoy the money that you earned. You can't take it with you when you die, so make the most of it here. Not saying y
by Insanity 8y ago
My argument would be that you might as well enjoy the money that you earned. You can't take it with you when you die, so make the most of it here.
Not saying you shouldn't save money, but if the 5$ cup makes you happy, just go for it.
Edit: typos!
- duxup 8y agoYeah you have to measure the utility (maybe the wrong word) of happiness you get. If every day $5 means you start your day with something you really enjoy, maybe even brightens your whole day or someone else's day ....... do it. If you want to save $5, find a place to do it where you might find a better outcome. Even "saving" that $5... someone might spend it elsewhere anyhow and that's the real issue.
- dspillett 8y agoThe same arguement is valid for time that could have been spent more productively. Time that you have enjoyed wasting is not really wasted time. In fact a bit of fun or idle time can have a significant mental health benefit. Of course, you need to find a balance. You have to have enough good productive time to be able to afford the idle time that you need/want...