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How do you justify buying something you want but don’t need? (lemmy.sdf.org)

submitted 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago) by randomcruft@lemmy.sdf.org to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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Hello again Lemmy! I have another question.

Context: I took a motorcycle safety class, was nervous but enjoyed it, researched motorcycles, found a few I liked, talked to a dealer about them but ultimately, I couldn’t finalize a deal, talked myself out of it basically.

I was curious how others might justify a purchase that has no purpose other than wanting something.

For clarity, I don’t need anyone to justify me buying a motorcycle. I want to read about your thought processes for buying something you want 🙂

As always thanks for replying and have an awesome day/night!!

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[–] salty_chief@lemmy.world 11 points 3 days ago (2 children)

I started buying more of what I want as I get older. I also have experienced death of an immediate family member. So this puts things in perspective for me. I ask the question how much time do I have left? Is this the right time for me to buy something I just want versus need?

More of my perspective reasoning. I have a chronic illness and it will progress and has already. So I don’t know what a month or year will be for me. I need to accomplish what I can while I can.

Ultimately not all wants will be acquired. Some are fleeting thoughts of maybe another life. I have a rule about electronics. Do not buy electronics or vehicles that are just released. The chances are they will have problems. Let others testing them first so corrections can happen. Then buy the items when on sale and hopefully bugs are worked out. Video games can apply to this logic as well.

[–] victorz@lemmy.world 6 points 3 days ago

I'm sorry. I hope what's left will be the best time possible for you. ❤️

[–] randomcruft@lemmy.sdf.org 2 points 3 days ago

I truly hope your illness gets better and not worse! Also, I am sorry for your loss of a family member.

Asking the question about time left is not something I really considered. I have no misgivings on how long anyone has to live.

However it’s usually more mundane things that are considered.

Appreciate you responding and sharing your perspective!!