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!!

  • Zorque@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    11 days ago

    I research, then set it aside for a while (dependent on cost, cheaper = less time, expensive = more). If I’m still seriously thinking about it after that time, and I have enough of a budget that it won’t cause issues, let’s say if I have to put it on a credit card and can’t pay it off without interest, then I generally will buy it.

    • randomcruft@lemmy.sdf.orgOP
      2·
      11 days ago

      I think the cool down period idea makes a lot of sense. If you’re not hyped up about it after a little bit, may not be something you really wanted.

      Appreciate the response!!