Absurdly relatable 😂 Lost count of the number of hobbies I got into with a purchase. And not just some entry level equipment, no sir. I research gear like my life will soon depend on it, and absolutely SPLURGE on prosumer stuff because that way a) I can only blame myself if I suck, not the gear, and b) the sheer investment should have me persist longer (spoiler: it doesn’t).
The only valid excuse for splurging, I found, is that prosumer products retain their value better than entry level stuff. That way, you’ll see more of that money back once you eventually abandon your dream 🥲
Absurdly relatable 😂 Lost count of the number of hobbies I got into with a purchase. And not just some entry level equipment, no sir. I research gear like my life will soon depend on it, and absolutely SPLURGE on prosumer stuff because that way a) I can only blame myself if I suck, not the gear, and b) the sheer investment should have me persist longer (spoiler: it doesn’t).
The only valid excuse for splurging, I found, is that prosumer products retain their value better than entry level stuff. That way, you’ll see more of that money back once you eventually abandon your dream 🥲
Aha I like this approach! Although, invariably, I hold onto the stuff I've bought because I may get back into it later.