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

submitted 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day 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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[–] johannes@lemmy.jhjacobs.nl 9 points 21 hours ago (2 children)

I don't justify it, i just buy it.

If i want a motorcycle, and i have the money for it....

When i was younger i used to think about things a lot. I'm 44 now. I lost my dad 5 years ago, and my mom last year. It really changed my views on life. Yeah i save some on a savings account, but at the end of today, tomorrow is always a promise, never a guarantee. And so i live a much easier life. I buy what i want, when i want, where i want.

I used to think that would make my cynical, but it actually made me a more pleasant person, less worrying on my part. If that makes any sense?

[–] randomcruft@lemmy.sdf.org 1 points 7 hours ago

First, want to say, sorry for your loss. It’s always tough losing a loved one.

It’s odd, rationally what you say is spot on! I just never seem to get past it… and live the mantra.

Your comment is very much appreciated! I think we should all think like this. Thank you so much!!

[–] digdilem@lemmy.ml 3 points 14 hours ago (1 children)

I think this is something that many of us only learn with age, and reminders of how short life actually is.

Saving money for a rainy day is sensible, but you can get really locked into that mentality to the point where you don't actually realise the roof's leaking because you didn't keep on top of the repairs.

[–] randomcruft@lemmy.sdf.org 1 points 7 hours ago

This! Every time I see an article about retirement and how much you need to survive… it makes me pull out my spreadsheet and see where I am.

I still have a way to go also. Always worried about “will I have enough” and not worried about “am I having fun / am I happy” ☹️