I would say I would weigh the pros and cons in general. For travel specifically, I like to have options. I love taking the train. It’s a lot less stressful than flying, and what you can carry on is a lot more relaxed. And this is coming from someone who loves flying even more. But also on a train I feel like I get more done, like writing, reading, even small talk if other people are up for it. I also live in an area that is pretty much a hub where I can get wherever I want to go in the world without much commute hassle.
As I write this though, some people do not have these options. Not everyone can say, do I want to do a low stress cheaper train ride to Atlanta that will take 7 hours, or do I wanna fly and get there in 2 max? That choice in and of itself is a privilege. Especially when it comes to time, I believe it’s about what we make of it. I view time as a luxury too, and even that is a privilege that some do not have because so much of theirs is taken up with worry.
Thanks for reading and for replying! I think the examination of self by way of these exercises can uncover the very human aspect of our experience with money. Many times everyone but us are in the rear view mirror while we chase the vehicle in front of us!
I would say I would weigh the pros and cons in general. For travel specifically, I like to have options. I love taking the train. It’s a lot less stressful than flying, and what you can carry on is a lot more relaxed. And this is coming from someone who loves flying even more. But also on a train I feel like I get more done, like writing, reading, even small talk if other people are up for it. I also live in an area that is pretty much a hub where I can get wherever I want to go in the world without much commute hassle.
As I write this though, some people do not have these options. Not everyone can say, do I want to do a low stress cheaper train ride to Atlanta that will take 7 hours, or do I wanna fly and get there in 2 max? That choice in and of itself is a privilege. Especially when it comes to time, I believe it’s about what we make of it. I view time as a luxury too, and even that is a privilege that some do not have because so much of theirs is taken up with worry.
Fascinating stuff here.
Thanks for reading and for replying! I think the examination of self by way of these exercises can uncover the very human aspect of our experience with money. Many times everyone but us are in the rear view mirror while we chase the vehicle in front of us!