How do i get over the fact that there's always gonna be something new that i want?

Question

How do i get over the fact that there's always gonna be something new that i want?

Answer 1

I don't know how old you are or if you pay for most of your stuff yet, you really start to realize what is important to buy when you have to work, save up, and pay for things yourself.

For a while, I really wanted an iPod touch, and during the period I was working to save up the money for it, I realized that I didn't really use my iPod Nano much at all and really had no use for a Touch.

Answer 2

Sounds like you're there.  Just keep your wallet in your pocket and remember that.  Like a mantra.

Answer 3

Have you considered the fact that all the "obsolete" electronics have to end up somewhere and that is either in a landfill or using resources to recycle them? Maybe it will help if you remember that you are helping our planet by not always getting the newest thing.

Answer 4

Think of Buddhist teaching - if you always want more, there will always be something you can't have, which will make you unhappy. (IOW, the cause of suffering is desire)

Answer 5

well you just need to think of others. i know for me its hard sometimes to put others first but just know that there are people in this world that have 10 times less than you do. I also look at it like if i get this then how much will it set me or my family back. My family isn't rich and so its easy to think of it that way. i hope this helps.

Answer 6

just know that everyone has things they want but cant afford your not the only one