Addressing Gadget Envy
In light of the recent the CES and MacWorld events, its safe to say that for many, Christmas has pretty much come again, along with the lusting and envying attached. An article posted at Get Rich Slowly takes a look at gadget envy from a financial point of view and what kinds of bondages that it can put you in if you don't slow down and check your lusts at the door (James 4:1-10). Here's a snippet of the posting:
...First, do one last check to be certain you're not rationalizing your "need" for the item. I used to tell myself, "If I buy this new camera lens, I'll be able to take better pictures. It'll pay for itself in no time." Unfortunately, that was never the case. That sort of thinking is just a rationalization to buy new toys...Read the rest of the posting, and buyer beware of your motives.
Note: Lifehacker is having similar discussions; this is something very much seen in the gadget world, and not often talked about.
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posted by Antoine @ 1/21/2008 09:00:00 AM
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