Do you ever feel guilty for coveting so much?

[Dancing Fire]

guilty???...heck no

 

[MichelleCarmen]

I think taking a break from PS puts life in much better perspective than reading up on websites where people are barely making it. However, reading either of those CAN make life look a little too black-or-white. There are tons of areas of gray and living in the real world reminds us of that.

It's funny, since I quit spending as much time on PS that I quit wearing my diamond pendants. I realized that they're not as big of a deal to me as I thought and that I'm not actually much of a necklace girl. I have discovered that earrings are my thing! I could go for a pair of amazing 2 ctw studs but wouldn't ever think to spend that same $ on a pendants. Months back I was aching for one.

I would feel guilty though b/c my DH works long hours and I'm not working right now!

 

[Lady_Disdain]

No, I do not feel guilty.

I balance my spendings: enough for a comfortable daily life, donations to causes I support, long term savings and luxuries. I worked harder than a lot of people to earn the money that supported this lifestyle. I am also more selective on what I spend than a lot of people, which allows me to afford the luxuries I treat myself to (such as a year off work).

 

[Amethyste]

I USED to want more and more... It was sooooo hard to not touch my fund until the ring of my dreams found me.

This being said, i think you will covet helplessly until the "right one" is on your finger. Since I found mine, I have not desired to upgrade ( i know it would be foolish! ) or even want to acquire anything else. Not even necklaces, earrings etc...

 

[ts44]

Emphatically no. My money is already being taken for charity and welfare through taxes. What is left is mine to dispose of as I see fit with no guilt. Yes there are less fortunate people out there and I help where I can by donating my time and energy, but to let it consume you with "survivor's guilt" creates another victim. I feel it is my solemn duty as an American to stimulate the economy as best I can!

 

[purplesilk]

Yes, I feel guilty and I'm very exitant to spend money on luxury items.I just try to get pleasure from what I already have: I love my small diamonds, they are beatiful to my eyes because I know where I'm from (low incoming family) and I know how much they did cost (money/sacrifice).
If you feel guilty, it means you're not ready to spend your money without regrets and this will not make you happy.

Purplesilk