I’m not a male in a midlife crisis, but I bought a sports car. And I think it is perfectly OK.
(I mean both – buying a car, as well as not being a male 😊 ).
I dreamt of having a sports car for ages.
Two-sitter, big engine, convertible.
But it was not suitable for a family, and I couldn’t afford a second car just for my pleasure.
When I reached midlife two things happened:
- My daughters left home and became independent
- I got an offer to move abroad for work
I didn’t hesitate for a moment, and right after settling down I bought my dream car (I gave up on convertible, though).
These simple points will help you to decide if your idea of buying a sports car at midlife crisis is justifiable.
Go for it if:
- It was always your dream
- You can afford it without huge sacrifices
- Your friends think it is a crazy idea 😊
- It will make you happy
- You convince your closest ones that there is nothing to worry about
Think twice, three times (and then abandon the idea) if:
- It just suddenly came to your mind
- You think it is a necessary male thing at this age
- You hope it will impress your old friends and help you find new friends or partners
- You treat it as a symbol of being young, successful, ambitious
- People you know bought such cars already and you cannot stand comparison
Whatever you do, do it for yourself.
Give yourself a gift.
Make yourself happy.
It’s not about others. What is your dream that you would be able to pursue when you are free in midlife?
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