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Ask HN: Have you ever felt guilty after a purchase?
Backstory:
I've always dreamed of a Gibson Les Paul (a legendary guitar made in the US)
Recently, i had a birthday and decided to fulfil that childhood dream
I purchased it
I've got a Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Custom - a higher-end Gibson Les Paul in black (ebony) finish and gold hardware
I felt thrilled of my dream becoming truth, given i can now afford it
But, suddenly i started feeling guilt, that i pamper myself with a pricy toy, while people from my home country are living near poverty
I'm ashamed to show off the guitar to my friends and relatives, because i'm afraid they'll find out what i paid for it and start to give me a lesson, what i could with the money otherwise
Sure, i could have purchased a much less expensive instrument and be happy about it, but i just felt, "if i'm getting it, it has to be the best"
I feel, that i can't accept this present, but in the same time, there is no reason for me to not
please share your advice. thanks