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I'm not trying to convince anyone with my post. It was more in solidarity to another person that seemed to feel the same. However, my life is inarguably bette
by bm3719 5y ago
I'm not trying to convince anyone with my post. It was more in solidarity to another person that seemed to feel the same. However, my life is inarguably better (for me) this way, and for anyone interested, I'd recommend at least pondering the concept.
I only have a computer, which I need for work and other activities, like programming. I do use it for entertainment purposes too, however. Think what you will about that.
For the rest, I do my best not to purchase entertainment as a product, i.e., exchanging money for "fun". Obviously I do buy goods and services, like everyone (except freegans, I suppose).
- dangus 5y agoHow does your computer entertain you? It's all free? Do you ever travel? What to you is better about goods compared to fun? I always think of it as "you can't repossess a memory." Some of the best purchases I've made have been things like concerts, vacations, experiences with friends and family, while the goods and services don't stick in my memory. I'm definitely not trying to say that your philosophy doesn't work for you, though. Spending money is a balance. You don't take it with you, but it's easy to waste too much.
- bm3719 5y agoI did pay $120 for this refurb Thinkpad x230. The software on it right now, however, is all FOSS. Next time, I may try scrounging up completely free used hardware when/if this one breaks. I'll say that if you're having a grand time exchanging money for entertainment, please continue doing so provided it's environmentally conscious (if it isn't, we all pay for your fun). I definitely agree with your last point. I'm trying not to waste my life by earning money in the first place if I don't need it.