The thing I didn't forsee is that when no one else has made the same committment as you, they don't have quite the same dedication to the cause as you do.
So while I haven't purchased anything for myself, I have been pushed into a couple of corners where I've had to bail other people out and make purchases for them. If somewhat begrudingly, the money was still spent.
For now I think my record still stands since I haven't cracked and made any purchases for myself. Although I think I need a little more willpower when it comes to other people since my resolve hasn't been holding up as well as I would like. If I keep this up it's only a matter of time before I make a slip and buy something for myself.
On another note, I have discovered that the things I'm missing most are not shopping sprees and shoes. The things I am missing most these last two weeks are:
- Nandos
- Max Brenner
- Really good coffee
Now that I think of it, what day is March 1st? I hope I don't have to be at work that day...
I think in the past two weeks I have started learning a valuable lesson about self restraint and how vital it can be in today's society. We are all running ourselves into the ground because we want everything and we want it right now.
I think we could all learn something important if we took a step back to see the bigger picture and see what we are really chasing.
In the last two weeks, I haven't experienced the instant gratification that comes from shopping for new things. In the time I would have spent shopping, I've taken the time to see my friends and family and create quality, golden moments with them. I have memories that can't be bought and can't be taken away from me now.
I had a really great time doing it and it didn't cost a thing. The best things in life really are free.
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