I’ve been very stressed lately and have been doing some window shopping to calm down. I’m interested in gadgets, but a lot of things can just be replaced with apps. I realize a phone won’t replace very large appliances like refrigerators or washing machines so I’m trying to scope my question to portable devices. So what are some portable devices or gadgets that their specialization hasn’t been replaced by smart phone apps? Extra points if they’re super useful and reliable.
Not to minimize your distress but surely there are less wasteful ways of letting off steam than buying a gadget that you didn’t know you needed.
Window shopping means I’m not buying anything.
Yes I know but it seems odd to ask the question if you don’t in fact want anything.
If I don’t know if something exists I won’t know if I’ll ever want it. I live without a lot of commercials and ads compared to the average American. So when I want to know if anything has come to the market that could add value or joy I do it on my own terms. When I window shop it relaxes me probably for the same reason I like hanging out in museums. I will admit anything actually worth purchasing is a rare occurrence.
Interesting. Actively seeking out FOMO. I prefer the inverse of that: amistics
Fucking Lemmy.
“Hey guys, what are some cool things out there?”
“Let me tell you why you are living your life wrong.”
Actually, I asked them to consider whether, all things considered, there might not perhaps be a better way to imagine living their life. Big difference. ;)
Noble and I support the notion.
Think of this in an exercise of “missing out”. See what is being offered. If you don’t find treasure move on. If you find treasure is it worth it? Price and a metaphorical weight should be put in the calculation.
The best belt I ever owned was Amish made.
Life is short and it’s also a balance. It’s ok to buy yourself something fun from time to time. :) The key to anything is moderation.