> The hedonic treadmill really seems to limit the latter. We're in a full agreement. But I really do mean things that with time I started to consider basic ne

> The hedonic treadmill really seems to limit the latter. We're in a full agreement. But I really do mean things that with time I started to consider basic needs. Hedonism I don't endorse in general -- or at least, as you said, not when it's at the expense of someone else. If you made your money fairly and without screwing over others then sure, splurge as much as you like.