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I'm in the same boat. The things I bought early into adulthood are now falling apart and need to be replaced. I chose to splurge on the replacements, because I
by nicbou 3y ago
I'm in the same boat.
The things I bought early into adulthood are now falling apart and need to be replaced. I chose to splurge on the replacements, because I know what I want and how much I need it.
Otherwise, my policy is to "spend it on the plot". By that, I mean that you should spend money on things that bring change in your life. This can be travel, hobbies, new experiences, etc. Sometimes it means paying extra to preserve the energy for what matters (e.g. the occasional cab ride).
That being said, remember that your decisions have an environmental impact. Being wealthy does not excuse you from caring about your planet. Don't consume just because you can, unless you buy second hand.
You can also use the money to reduce your workload. Hire help or simply work less. You can afford to pick who you work for and for how long.
- anonymous_sorry 3y agoI'm no environmental saint. But I fear being wasteful so I tend I buy midrange phones and keep them for years. My laptop is 12 years old (a battered sub $1000 ThinkPad still running a lightweight Ubuntu spin just fine). I asked the question because I habitually agonise over purchases, particularly "things". The robovac made me realise I might be missing out for no good reason on things that could improve my life. This post is an attempt to balance my default deny approach to spending. On the other hand, I was talked into buying an OLED TV recently, which in retrospect probably wasn't worth it. It's better than my old 1080p TV, but after a couple of days I got used to it and stopped noticing.
- nicbou 3y agoI do the same. I feel the same way. I don't know if there's an easy fix, but I also don't know if it needs to be fixed. You're happy, right? And you act in a healthy, sustainable way? The only thing you need is something to need. Not bad! Then let the money pile on. Financial security is also good to have. You can use it for a well-placed "fuck it" once in a while. Mine was a long motorcycle trip a few years ago.
- anonymous_sorry 3y agoI found this rather convincing. And always nice to hear "keep doing what you're doing"! I don't need much more stuff. But some suggestions in other replies did resonate. Mainly around a good bed and work chair, and ways to get time back from chores. I will also think about things to help me keep fit. I tend to find intentional exercise pretty mind-numbing after a short while. But I do enjoy the outdoors so perhaps ways to enable and encourage me to be active out and about. Lots of food for thought.