To Have or To Do?
That is the question…
A lot of us have some income that we get to decide how and where to spend. There are a million things to spend our money on, but it comes down to two things. Do we want to have things (a big house, a nice car, new clothes)? Or do we want to do things (go to a restaurant, a show, go on vacation)?
Some of us may be torn between the two. It’s a difficult choice. I’m guessing it comes down to what you need, rather than what you want. You may need a new car, so you might not be able to go on vacation. Most of us are making these types of choices regularly.
It’s always nice to have things. Don’t we all deserve to treat ourselves to nice clothes, a new pair of shoes, etc.? It makes us feel good.
But how long does that good feeling from your purchase really last? Think about how many things you’ve bought in the past that you no longer use or wear. Those items may be lying somewhere in the back of the closet or in a drawer.
Doing things is different. When we do things, we create memories. If you go on vacation, you can remember where you went, what you did and how you felt. You remember the weather, the sunsets, the people you met and the experiences you had. If you went to the theater, you remember the play, the story, the actors and the atmosphere.
