Thinking of selling the M Coupe and go for a long walk

[z4mcoupe]

I have an urge for a big change in my life. Turning 30 in a few years, I don't feel content of my mundane life. No one should. Someone told me if you don't like something, change it.

Growing up as an immigrant kid, all I ever dreamt about is having the life I currently have (a good job, paid-off house and cars, sourrounded with family and good friends). The interesting thing is I feel like it's reaching the point of diminishing returns. Yes, there are fancier houses and more exotic cars to aim for, but that's not what I envision myself enjoy doing.

I want to leave everything behind and go for a long walk. Perhaps, to regain that state of mind when I was a kid. When I have very little I will feel more free.

Before I can do that, certain things will have to be taken care of. Unfortunately the M Coupe will have to go. I know I will look to get back in one again in the future.

[ZStig]

wouldn't some prostitutes be a better way to brighten things up?

most people BUY the z4m to cheer up, not sell one

[GomboRombo]

If you don't have them.... Have Kids and share your wisdom and good fortune.

[krusty]

I agree - less is more. Sell the lot, give it all away to others who will appreciate it, and enjoy the walk.

[KevinC]

I've always loved the Z4 in white, but that picture is giving me a chubby.

Go with the hookers & blow theory. Keep the car. Then take your walk.

[Finnegan]

If selling the car and going for a walk is what you want to do, then do it.

On the other hand, a lot of folks who reach all of their goals find some kind of letdown. And consider for a moment that what you have now is perhaps worth keeping, and the trick is to learn to enjoy where you are, who you're with, and what you have. Finding another destination, another set of goals, and achieving them (or arriving at your new destination, even if that means having very little) may not help, and may leave you right back where you are now. Just my two cents.

[claritycheck]

Originally Posted by Finnegan

If selling the car and going for a walk is what you want to do, then do it.

On the other hand, a lot of folks who reach all of their goals find some kind of letdown. And consider for a moment that what you have now is perhaps worth keeping, and the trick is to learn to enjoy where you are, who you're with, and what you have. Finding another destination, another set of goals, and achieving them (or arriving at your new destination, even if that means having very little) may not help, and may leave you right back where you are now. Just my two cents.

Well said, Fin.

[johanness]

walk-->blow-->hookers-->another walk... u should be good 2 go

[RADRACR]

All joking aside, I've felt the same as you many times. But I feel that my car (every car I've owned since I was 15) is as much a part of me as the clothes on my back or the shoes on my feet. A car is the symbol of freedom. My first car was a Geo Metro and now I own my dream car. If I had the balls to execute on what you're considering, might I suggest doing away with everything else, keeping the car, and just drive. Drive far, far away. Just you, the car, and road. Save your feet until you reach a place you want to walk.

[Konketsu]

Kind of sounds like the guy who sold everything and bought a Gallardo to drive around the country.

http://jalopnik.com/5559767/i-sold-e...yline=true&s=i

[mfanatic325]

Don't do it man. You'll regret it
Sounds to me like your life is good. Perhaps you're the one that needs changing? Not the things around you!

[Quickid]

I feel the same way about diminishing returns when the objective is something of a material nature (bigger houses, fancier cars). The good thing is, you are surrounded with family and good friends.

It is true that if you don't like something, change it but consider carefully what you want and don't want. It's difficult to be objective about this.

Best of luck with whatever you decide to do.

[KLH]

That's a pretty big change......how long have you been thinking about it? If it hasn't been long, you might want to think about it some more.

[SHEEDI]

Share your coupe with me for few months and then go for a long walk

[tekmoe]

Call Dr. Phil.

[MZHammer]

Originally Posted by Roffle Waffle

wouldn't some prostitutes be a better way to brighten things up?

most people BUY the z4m to cheer up, not sell one

RW, why is it that I can always count on you to brighten MY day with this kind of stuff. Thanks for the laugh, right out of the gates! Kinda shocked you overlooked the blow component though..

OP, hope you figure out what's eating at you.

[EenyBear]

I am impressed! Most people really don't have these thoughts until they are twice your age. Have a look below and see if any of it resonates for you. Been there, done that. Passing it on.

1. Dreamed of having lots of stuff
2. Got lots of stuff
3. Dreams of having less stuff
4. Planning to get rid of stuff
5. repeat......

You are right. It's not the meaning of life.
If it's only all about the "stuff" acquired and discarded, then there will never be satisfaction or meaning. You have tried filling your life with stuff and find your life strangely empty. Now you think if you get rid of stuff your life will become full. There's a nice symmetry to that but, sorry, it doesn't work that way if you are looking for meaning.

In truth, there's nothing wrong with acquiring the resources (debt free home, transportation, etc.) to empower you to do something of real value. It's only materialism if you don't use what you've got.

Here's a tip or two:

• Volunteer at the local homeless shelter or soup kitchen
• Use your car to deliver "meals on wheels"
• Join Big Brothers
• Take a Habitat for Humanity vacation and help build a school
• Coach a kid's soccer team
• Record a talking book for the local library
• Think of other ideas, ask friends, do something for someone else

You want to find the meaning of life? Pick one of the above and give it a try.

While you're doing that:

• Learn to paint
• Go to the gym
• Learn a musical instrument
• Take a yoga class
• Consciously choose a path of spiritual development (I'm not talking about religion, necessarily... )

All of the above will help centre you... because you are not centred now.

Then you can spend time developing the lives of some really important people... your wife and kids (or whatever equivalent works for you - and if you don't have 'em now, get 'em soon).

Best regards,

[ANUSTART]

Find your enlightenment. Material possessions will come back later if you want them. Sense of well being and fulfillment is far more important. I find people who do what you mention very inspiring.

[ShakyDog]

Is that Alpine White with Imola Red interior? I will bid first :-)

Just kidding (not really, if I only had a bit more income)

Steve

[boondocksaint]

Take a deep breath and think about how hard you've worked to have what you have. If those things didn't mean something, you wouldn't have them. I think you're simply suffering from a plateau and, as you seem to indicate, need a change in your perspective.

I agree with a suggestion from before. Pay it forward. Volunteer. Find a cause.

[Finnegan]

Wow, really great stuff from EenyBear, Boondocksaint, hogzilla, and others. Thought provoking ideas. ongnoi, thanks for posting, this thread has given me some insight and things to consider as well.

[smellyborrelli]

Im 24 and just starting in my business, I cant wait to get to where you are. I completely agree with going for a walk. I think the worse that can happen is you learn some new things. Its always easier to get back to where you once were. Its hard to keep your inner child, especially running a business, and that is one thing that I promise myself I will never let go. Good luck dude