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Do you find it difficult to spend money on yourself?
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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And by that I mean spending money on things to treat yourself rather than the basics we all have to spend on.
My birthday is coming up and we (me and my sibling) decided to set ourself a £200 budget for gifts for each other.
I personally find it extremely difficult to justify spending money on something that is considered a luxury rather than necessity but since I'm not techincally spending my money on my gift I can get something I really want.
So my question to you is, do you find it difficult to spend money yourself or feel guilty about it  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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i've never been much of a consumer so i don't really buy much ... i used to take things to bits and rebuild them when i was a kid .... i'm pretty good at it now so i tend to repair, upcycle and customise stuff just because it's a fun thing to do |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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No, I don't find it difficult. But I also don't do it often because I don't really want things. I tend to spend money travelling, instead of on possessions. |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
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No, but I'm single and if I don't treat myself no one else will.
I have, today, just spent almost as much as my original mortgage to get the thing I wanted. It's taken a long time to get it.
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By *ewrocksWoman
over a year ago
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"i've never been much of a consumer so i don't really buy much ... i used to take things to bits and rebuild them when i was a kid .... i'm pretty good at it now so i tend to repair, upcycle and customise stuff just because it's a fun thing to do"
This is me! 
Shoes are y weakness, yet rarely buy any as most are just display only, after breaking my ankle a few yrs back I can't walk far in more than a 3" heel  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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I can understand that spending money on your kids wouldn't make you feel guilty but I'm talking about treating yourself.
Recycling is not something I'm really good at  .
For me spending money on holiday is much different than spending money on things like tech, because holidays have a lot more meaning in my opinion, they're not a luxury but a life experience. |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound |
"i've never been much of a consumer so i don't really buy much ... i used to take things to bits and rebuild them when i was a kid .... i'm pretty good at it now so i tend to repair, upcycle and customise stuff just because it's a fun thing to do
This is me!
Shoes are y weakness, yet rarely buy any as most are just display only, after breaking my ankle a few yrs back I can't walk far in more than a 3" heel "
Just do what I do and wear them only for posing, dining and sex. You've got lovely legs and we both know the shoes last longer if you don't walk in them.  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I can understand that spending money on your kids wouldn't make you feel guilty but I'm talking about treating yourself.
Recycling is not something I'm really good at .
For me spending money on holiday is much different than spending money on things like tech, because holidays have a lot more meaning in my opinion, they're not a luxury but a life experience."
travelling is worthy of spending money ... but it's not necessary to go over board financially .... before all this security crap it was possible to hitch hike onto the ferrys to ireland or france ... when you got to france the world was your lobster |
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By *emini ManMan
over a year ago
There and to the left a bit |
I don't often spend money on myself, mainly because there's rarely anything I want - but when I do I don't feel guilty about it, unless doing so would mean someone else close to me going without, in which case more often than not I wouldn't treat myself. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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My needs are simple...
To make all my son's dreams come true
Putting his needs and dreams before mine never makes me think for a second I am missing out on anything.. |
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I was originally going to answer no... But thinking about it, I tend to only spend money if its going to benefit others too. If something is purely for myself I spend very little. Not sure if that means I'm easily pleased or if its a subliminal reflection of my own self-worth, but having a 79c bar of chocolate from Aldi in the fridge that's just for me is my contentment |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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If I find something I really want and like (not by any means an impulse item), then no.
Otherwise, yes.
I find it strange, personally, how I find it hard to justify something I really like and then am quite happy going out and spending hundreds of pounds on booze.  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Have no problem spending on myself at all...
Dont have an overdraft or credit card so its all paid for up front.
Pay for everything myself so guilt free.
Like quality over quantity. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I think this thread just made me change what I want for my birthday, something a lot cheaper 
Do tell?"
I was going to have my sibling just chip in to the headphones I want, but I may just stay in the £200 budget instead  |
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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago
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Because I rarely treat myself (I have 3 kids) when I do I don't feel guilty at all My last treat was a bottle of Chanel perfume but my Boots points paid for that so that made me doubly happy |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I think this thread just made me change what I want for my birthday, something a lot cheaper
Do tell?
I was going to have my sibling just chip in to the headphones I want, but I may just stay in the £200 budget instead "
So what are you going to ask for? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Because I rarely treat myself (I have 3 kids) when I do I don't feel guilty at all My last treat was a bottle of Chanel perfume but my Boots points paid for that so that made me doubly happy "
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I think this thread just made me change what I want for my birthday, something a lot cheaper
Do tell?
I was going to have my sibling just chip in to the headphones I want, but I may just stay in the £200 budget instead
So what are you going to ask for?"
£380 headphones
Of course I would pay 180 for them myself but £180 I can somewhat justify, £380 hell no! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I think this thread just made me change what I want for my birthday, something a lot cheaper
Do tell?
I was going to have my sibling just chip in to the headphones I want, but I may just stay in the £200 budget instead
So what are you going to ask for?
£380 headphones
Of course I would pay 180 for them myself but £180 I can somewhat justify, £380 hell no!"
Wow my headphones came free with my phone but I am guessing that we couldn't compare handbags. Life is short just buy them. Do it do it do it |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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The past few years I've treated myself quite a bit. I lost a lot of weight so have had to replace all my wardrobe. Though do make sure the kids are seen to first x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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It physically pains me to spend money om myself. Which is why I don't have wardrobes full of clothes, shoes or jewellery. I buy out of necessity, and even then I feel bad after because I could have bought something for one of my grandchildren they needed more than me.
When I hear of people paying hundreds of pounds for tattoos, or have rack upon rack of shoes, I struggle to comprehend why they do it.
After a rare night out I look at how much I have spent and automatically think of what I could have bought for a grandchild with the money. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"It physically pains me to spend money om myself. Which is why I don't have wardrobes full of clothes, shoes or jewellery. I buy out of necessity, and even then I feel bad after because I could have bought something for one of my grandchildren they needed more than me.
When I hear of people paying hundreds of pounds for tattoos, or have rack upon rack of shoes, I struggle to comprehend why they do it.
After a rare night out I look at how much I have spent and automatically think of what I could have bought for a grandchild with the money. "
You're telling me? I normally hate myself for buying stuff if it's not on special deal on promotion but it's my birthday |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I think this thread just made me change what I want for my birthday, something a lot cheaper
Do tell?
I was going to have my sibling just chip in to the headphones I want, but I may just stay in the £200 budget instead
So what are you going to ask for?
£380 headphones
Of course I would pay 180 for them myself but £180 I can somewhat justify, £380 hell no!
Wow my headphones came free with my phone but I am guessing that we couldn't compare handbags. Life is short just buy them. Do it do it do it"
I'm thinking about it, the review videos didn't really help putting me off them.
I should be able to try them on before purchase on Saturday |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound |
"It physically pains me to spend money om myself. Which is why I don't have wardrobes full of clothes, shoes or jewellery. I buy out of necessity, and even then I feel bad after because I could have bought something for one of my grandchildren they needed more than me.
When I hear of people paying hundreds of pounds for tattoos, or have rack upon rack of shoes, I struggle to comprehend why they do it.
After a rare night out I look at how much I have spent and automatically think of what I could have bought for a grandchild with the money. "
If spending on your grandchildren is what makes you happy then that is your indulgence.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"It physically pains me to spend money om myself. Which is why I don't have wardrobes full of clothes, shoes or jewellery. I buy out of necessity, and even then I feel bad after because I could have bought something for one of my grandchildren they needed more than me.
When I hear of people paying hundreds of pounds for tattoos, or have rack upon rack of shoes, I struggle to comprehend why they do it.
After a rare night out I look at how much I have spent and automatically think of what I could have bought for a grandchild with the money.
If spending on your grandchildren is what makes you happy then that is your indulgence.
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I really do get a feeling of contentment when I buy something for one of them. I help out with school coats, bags, uniform and stationary every year and put money towards days out. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Being a creature of habit, as soon as I like something, jumpers etc, I buy numerous at once so I never have to again. As long as my feet size doesn't change I'll never have to buy any more shoes ever! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"It physically pains me to spend money om myself. Which is why I don't have wardrobes full of clothes, shoes or jewellery. I buy out of necessity, and even then I feel bad after because I could have bought something for one of my grandchildren they needed more than me.
When I hear of people paying hundreds of pounds for tattoos, or have rack upon rack of shoes, I struggle to comprehend why they do it.
After a rare night out I look at how much I have spent and automatically think of what I could have bought for a grandchild with the money.
You're telling me? I normally hate myself for buying stuff if it's not on special deal on promotion but it's my birthday "
I begrudge paying a fiver for a sale top from Asda. I think it's an illness |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound |
"It physically pains me to spend money om myself. Which is why I don't have wardrobes full of clothes, shoes or jewellery. I buy out of necessity, and even then I feel bad after because I could have bought something for one of my grandchildren they needed more than me.
When I hear of people paying hundreds of pounds for tattoos, or have rack upon rack of shoes, I struggle to comprehend why they do it.
After a rare night out I look at how much I have spent and automatically think of what I could have bought for a grandchild with the money.
If spending on your grandchildren is what makes you happy then that is your indulgence.
I really do get a feeling of contentment when I buy something for one of them. I help out with school coats, bags, uniform and stationary every year and put money towards days out. "
I just buy the little people in my life treats, big and small. I like treating people.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I think this thread just made me change what I want for my birthday, something a lot cheaper
Do tell?
I was going to have my sibling just chip in to the headphones I want, but I may just stay in the £200 budget instead
So what are you going to ask for?
£380 headphones
Of course I would pay 180 for them myself but £180 I can somewhat justify, £380 hell no!
Wow my headphones came free with my phone but I am guessing that we couldn't compare handbags. Life is short just buy them. Do it do it do it
I'm thinking about it, the review videos didn't really help putting me off them.
I should be able to try them on before purchase on Saturday "
can i suggest you have a look at a website called audiocheck dot net .... it's got all the audio test frequencies etc that you could possibly need for audio playback equipment ... might be handy for you |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Being a creature of habit, as soon as I like something, jumpers etc, I buy numerous at once so I never have to again. As long as my feet size doesn't change I'll never have to buy any more shoes ever! "
oh fuck me I buy shoes all the time,,some times I never wear em,,but I buy buy buy,,never ever feel guilty |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Being a creature of habit, as soon as I like something, jumpers etc, I buy numerous at once so I never have to again. As long as my feet size doesn't change I'll never have to buy any more shoes ever!
oh fuck me I buy shoes all the time,,some times I never wear em,,but I buy buy buy,,never ever feel guilty"
This made me totally giggle |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"It physically pains me to spend money om myself. Which is why I don't have wardrobes full of clothes, shoes or jewellery. I buy out of necessity, and even then I feel bad after because I could have bought something for one of my grandchildren they needed more than me.
When I hear of people paying hundreds of pounds for tattoos, or have rack upon rack of shoes, I struggle to comprehend why they do it.
After a rare night out I look at how much I have spent and automatically think of what I could have bought for a grandchild with the money.
You're telling me? I normally hate myself for buying stuff if it's not on special deal on promotion but it's my birthday "
Of course you deserve a treat. You work hard and deserve to recognise that.
I work hard and treat myself, my children and my family often. It's how I am motivated to get up in the morning and work ungodly hours.
Balance is key. Make sure that you give/put back what you take into the world.
Don't feelse guilty. SHARE
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Felt quite guilty buying a new phone I didn't reaallly need. Returned it the same day and the relief was amazing. I think so long as you have a budget and stick to your own rules you won't feel guilty. Sort out debts first, save for an emergency fund, max out pension/ISAs then and only then spend on consumer goods (is my motto!) |
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By (user no longer on site)
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I suppose I'm at that weird impasse in life where I have all I want and need. Unless I bust a kayak then I deffo need a new one, but that's a kinda necessity for me. A bloody expensive one at that.
I've never really been materialistic, like your man said earlier I like fixing things up. That said I've never had a flash car but my motorbikes have always been immaculate and eye turners.
As for the little things I don't need em or desire them, don't do designer clothes although I do have a really nice suit.
I suppose a guilty purchase for me would be a new power tool or something similar. It just makes being me easier at times. And even though the initial outlay could be expensive I wouldn't feel guilty as my kids and family would benefit in time.
That said I'm still thinking about how to attach a dildo to a multi speed sander lol.
Anyone who knows me, knows I'll bloody do it too |
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"It physically pains me to spend money om myself. Which is why I don't have wardrobes full of clothes, shoes or jewellery. I buy out of necessity, and even then I feel bad after because I could have bought something for one of my grandchildren they needed more than me.
When I hear of people paying hundreds of pounds for tattoos, or have rack upon rack of shoes, I struggle to comprehend why they do it.
After a rare night out I look at how much I have spent and automatically think of what I could have bought for a grandchild with the money.
You're telling me? I normally hate myself for buying stuff if it's not on special deal on promotion but it's my birthday
Of course you deserve a treat. You work hard and deserve to recognise that.
I work hard and treat myself, my children and my family often. It's how I am motivated to get up in the morning and work ungodly hours.
Balance is key. Make sure that you give/put back what you take into the world.
Don't feelse guilty. SHARE
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share!,,,share?  my new shoes I payed for,,,,i don't think so  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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I've just tested my hearing with a YouTube frequency test and my hearing age is over 24 but under 30.
I think good quality headphones would help to preserve the longevity of my hearing  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I think this thread just made me change what I want for my birthday, something a lot cheaper
Do tell?
I was going to have my sibling just chip in to the headphones I want, but I may just stay in the £200 budget instead
So what are you going to ask for?
£380 headphones
Of course I would pay 180 for them myself but £180 I can somewhat justify, £380 hell no!
Wow my headphones came free with my phone but I am guessing that we couldn't compare handbags. Life is short just buy them. Do it do it do it
I'm thinking about it, the review videos didn't really help putting me off them.
I should be able to try them on before purchase on Saturday
can i suggest you have a look at a website called audiocheck dot net .... it's got all the audio test frequencies etc that you could possibly need for audio playback equipment ... might be handy for you"
I checked it, thanks, good website |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
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"Felt quite guilty buying a new phone I didn't reaallly need. Returned it the same day and the relief was amazing. I think so long as you have a budget and stick to your own rules you won't feel guilty. Sort out debts first, save for an emergency fund, max out pension/ISAs then and only then spend on consumer goods (is my motto!) "
That's difficulty motto to fit on a badge.
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
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"I suppose I'm at that weird impasse in life where I have all I want and need. Unless I bust a kayak then I deffo need a new one, but that's a kinda necessity for me. A bloody expensive one at that.
I've never really been materialistic, like your man said earlier I like fixing things up. That said I've never had a flash car but my motorbikes have always been immaculate and eye turners.
As for the little things I don't need em or desire them, don't do designer clothes although I do have a really nice suit.
I suppose a guilty purchase for me would be a new power tool or something similar. It just makes being me easier at times. And even though the initial outlay could be expensive I wouldn't feel guilty as my kids and family would benefit in time.
That said I'm still thinking about how to attach a dildo to a multi speed sander lol.
Anyone who knows me, knows I'll bloody do it too "
That's a little scary... I like to exfoliate but a multi-speed sander is taking it too far.
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"I've just tested my hearing with a YouTube frequency test and my hearing age is over 24 but under 30.
I think good quality headphones would help to preserve the longevity of my hearing "
i know it sounds counter-intuitive, but i always wear a pair of those squidgey in-ear ear defenders when i'm working with headphones in the studio .... mostly because i can't afford to lose any of my hearing range |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I suppose I'm at that weird impasse in life where I have all I want and need. Unless I bust a kayak then I deffo need a new one, but that's a kinda necessity for me. A bloody expensive one at that.
I've never really been materialistic, like your man said earlier I like fixing things up. That said I've never had a flash car but my motorbikes have always been immaculate and eye turners.
As for the little things I don't need em or desire them, don't do designer clothes although I do have a really nice suit.
I suppose a guilty purchase for me would be a new power tool or something similar. It just makes being me easier at times. And even though the initial outlay could be expensive I wouldn't feel guilty as my kids and family would benefit in time.
That said I'm still thinking about how to attach a dildo to a multi speed sander lol.
Anyone who knows me, knows I'll bloody do it too
That's a little scary... I like to exfoliate but a multi-speed sander is taking it too far.
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Some would argue not so I've seen some photos on here that make me think ooh that's gotta smart.
But no sand paper would be present lol |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I've just tested my hearing with a YouTube frequency test and my hearing age is over 24 but under 30.
I think good quality headphones would help to preserve the longevity of my hearing
i know it sounds counter-intuitive, but i always wear a pair of those squidgey in-ear ear defenders when i'm working with headphones in the studio .... mostly because i can't afford to lose any of my hearing range "
That's like double noise cancelling right there
But still, I think a decent pair of over ear headphones is less likely to damage my ears than some cheap on ear headphones with much worse sound quality. |
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When I was in my early 20s I spent £150 on a pair of headphones. I used them daily - I was allowed to wear them at my job for 40 hours a week and I wore them for several hours each evening too.
They last for 10 years. 10 years of 68 hour weeks wearing them, amazingly comfortable and pure bliss.
Never regretted it for a moment.
I bought another pair (but a slightly better model) at the end of last year. |
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"When I was in my early 20s I spent £150 on a pair of headphones. I used them daily - I was allowed to wear them at my job for 40 hours a week and I wore them for several hours each evening too.
They last for 10 years. 10 years of 68 hour weeks wearing them, amazingly comfortable and pure bliss.
Never regretted it for a moment.
I bought another pair (but a slightly better model) at the end of last year."
I bought a pair of Sennheiser 363D 3 years ago, and I really can't complain about sound quality either using them pretty much all the time when I'm on my PC.
And the virtual surround can feel so weird at times |
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By (user no longer on site)
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No I don't feel guilty but I don't see it as a treat either. If I want it and have the money I buy it. I very rarely want anything though. Apart from chocolate. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"No I don't feel guilty but I don't see it as a treat either. If I want it and have the money I buy it. I very rarely want anything though. Apart from chocolate. "
I do often have the money to spend on it, but in my head I also have the thought that I could spend that money on something else or just save up. |
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"I've just tested my hearing with a YouTube frequency test and my hearing age is over 24 but under 30.
I think good quality headphones would help to preserve the longevity of my hearing
i know it sounds counter-intuitive, but i always wear a pair of those squidgey in-ear ear defenders when i'm working with headphones in the studio .... mostly because i can't afford to lose any of my hearing range
That's like double noise cancelling right there
But still, I think a decent pair of over ear headphones is less likely to damage my ears than some cheap on ear headphones with much worse sound quality."
it's not noise cancelling it's stopping my ear drum from being damaged by the pressure of sound waves against it ... if you have a tasty pair of speakers check what happens when you turn them right up and cover the bass reflex port |
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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago
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"I've just tested my hearing with a YouTube frequency test and my hearing age is over 24 but under 30.
I think good quality headphones would help to preserve the longevity of my hearing
i know it sounds counter-intuitive, but i always wear a pair of those squidgey in-ear ear defenders when i'm working with headphones in the studio .... mostly because i can't afford to lose any of my hearing range
That's like double noise cancelling right there
But still, I think a decent pair of over ear headphones is less likely to damage my ears than some cheap on ear headphones with much worse sound quality.
it's not noise cancelling it's stopping my ear drum from being damaged by the pressure of sound waves against it ... if you have a tasty pair of speakers check what happens when you turn them right up and cover the bass reflex port "
I love it when men get technical. I love it in an entirely different way when women get technical.
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By (user no longer on site)
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"No I don't feel guilty but I don't see it as a treat either. If I want it and have the money I buy it. I very rarely want anything though. Apart from chocolate.
I do often have the money to spend on it, but in my head I also have the thought that I could spend that money on something else or just save up."
I sometimes feel guilty for saving. Especially when like lately a life can change in an instant.
Fuck the savings, I spend it and enjoy today instead. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Yes I do but from choice not by nature.
Its a constant battle to remind oneself that possessions are temporary items to fill a void in your otherwise ordinary life that has a limited span... Yes I really want a Scott electric bike but do I really need one? |
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I collect Charlie Bears. I buy whenever one (or more) take my eye. I see them as an investment for my daughters future.
Other than them I rarely spend money on myself, preferring to treat the Smallage. However, a couple of weeks ago we went away for the weekend and I spent £100 on me. Just me. Even my mum said it was nice for a change. |
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"I collect Charlie Bears. I buy whenever one (or more) take my eye. I see them as an investment for my daughters future.
Other than them I rarely spend money on myself, preferring to treat the Smallage. However, a couple of weeks ago we went away for the weekend and I spent £100 on me. Just me. Even my mum said it was nice for a change. "
I love Charlie Bears! I have Spellbound and he is just gorgeous |
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I used to have no problem spending on myself (when money wasn't an issue) now I'm single and running my own home etc I feel really guilty spending on myself even if I NEED it I still feel guilty and usually go without.
Just life I guess, x |
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No.
If I don't have a full life, I'll only have a full fridge, and when I'm older, I'm not going to look back and say "Fuck me, that was a good ham and cheese butty I had that one time instead of soending time with my mates down the pub." |
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I've a teenager and spend a fortune on him. I work pretty much double the average working hours than most people i know so i don't feel guilty at all. I guess i do spend a fair bit on kink though, and not long spent £495 on a custom made chastity device.  |
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By *eesideMan
over a year ago
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So my question to you is, do you find it difficult to spend money yourself or feel guilty about it "
No. I ofton go to the cinema or the casino 1ce a week just for fun. Sum times both
And no I never fill guilty.
Y wood you fill guilty for spending money on your self ? |
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"No.
If I don't have a full life, I'll only have a full fridge, and when I'm older, I'm not going to look back and say "Fuck me, that was a good ham and cheese butty I had that one time instead of soending time with my mates down the pub.""
At your age yes I agree but I know I'll look back and thing that was a great ham and cheese pizza with a cracking film on Netflix with the kids great memories. Just life I guess how it changes x |
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"No.
If I don't have a full life, I'll only have a full fridge, and when I'm older, I'm not going to look back and say "Fuck me, that was a good ham and cheese butty I had that one time instead of soending time with my mates down the pub."
At your age yes I agree but I know I'll look back and thing that was a great ham and cheese pizza with a cracking film on Netflix with the kids great memories. Just life I guess how it changes x"
I may be being pedantic, but I guess you could say you're treating yourself by spending money on Netflix
But I get your point, its the little things too, like seeing my nephes take his first steps and such |
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"No.
If I don't have a full life, I'll only have a full fridge, and when I'm older, I'm not going to look back and say "Fuck me, that was a good ham and cheese butty I had that one time instead of soending time with my mates down the pub."
At your age yes I agree but I know I'll look back and thing that was a great ham and cheese pizza with a cracking film on Netflix with the kids great memories. Just life I guess how it changes x
I may be being pedantic, but I guess you could say you're treating yourself by spending money on Netflix
But I get your point, its the little things too, like seeing my nephes take his first steps and such "
How patronising! I have Netflix for my children not as a treat to myself |
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By *eesideMan
over a year ago
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So my question to you is, do you find it difficult to spend money yourself or feel guilty about it
No. I ofton go to the cinema or the casino 1ce a week just for fun. Sum times both
And no I never fill guilty.
Y wood you fill guilty for spending money on your self ?"
I also tend to have the odd day out as a treet to.
Go to a zoo or the steem trains or sumthing for a day. |
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I treat myself I have expensive hobbies, but I'm more likely to shop cheap on my clothes and fund my lingerie or horses
My daughter has a budget for day trips each month, or it would be ridiculous
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By *htcMan
over a year ago
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yes i find it difficult to spend money, even i can afford it easily. just totally regret spending it, i live cheap. and hate spending, i try to get as cheap as possible.
most people think im not well off and poor, truth is im richer than most. |
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I generally find it quite difficult to spend money on myself, and tend to stick to sales items. Irregular Choice shoes however is a guilty pleasure though I only tend to get two or three new pairs a year.
We tend to value experiences over material possessions anyway so there isn't really much that we want.
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I've still got last year's birthday and Xmas money because there's nothing I wanted or needed at the time. I have a hard time spending money on myself, I very often pick something up and then talk myself out of it. |
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I've spent tons more money on my house than I have personal items. But I like perfume and toiletries and I just a few days ago I splashed out on God's. Never owned them before as o begrudge paying that much.
I buy second hand clothes very decent clothes on eBay and occasionally I buy new clothes. I think i have the right balance as never get into debt either  |
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