7 Surprising Purchases That Enriched My Life

In this video we're discussing 7 of my favorite purchases that have enriched my life for the better. I hope you enjoy - let me know what resonates with you!

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WHO AM I?
Hello 👋 I’m Humphrey, I used to be a financial advisor, worked in gaming/tech, and started my own eCommerce business. I make practical, rational content on investing, personal finance, the news, and much more with a data-backed approach. My goal is to help you with financial literacy and creating wealth.

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⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 - Start Here
0:38 - Gaming PC
2:07 - HQ Goods
3:53 - Coffee Machine
5:10 - Services
6:59 - Large Monitor
8:45 - Well Deserved… Vacation
10:05 - Paid Off Car

[markamark]

In 2010 I had a regular $20 Mr Coffee maker that did exactly what I needed it to do. Drip coffee. In 2023, my coffee machine stopped working. I almost went to Amazon to get a new one but decided to reach out to them. I still had my receipt saved, wrote an email, and their support team got back to me. I spoke with a representative, and filled out the form. They offered to replace the machine free of charge with free shipping. I nicely asked if I could have a coffee maker that had a built in automatic clock & timer which starts making coffee. The rep said no problem and sent me a newer machine that now makes my coffee every morning at 6:15 am. Thank you Mr. Coffee maker! I am a fan for life!

[doughvahkiin]

I really appreciate financial advice that isn't "waste your 20's saving every last penny and not enjoying yourself while you're young"-- this video is great because it shows that you don't have to skimp on your life today to enrich your life for the longterm, including today, and you can still be saving a healthy amount of money for the future by deprioritizing the things that don't bring value to you

[niniouyang]

Definitely agree with the extra large monitor! Another on of my favorite purchase that I've gotten tremendous value out of is my standing desk, my standing desk has moved with me around the country in the last 10 years and it's my most prized possession other than my king size bed. Working while standing somehow makes me feel more productive than sitting down and helps me be healthier with a desk job. I hope you get to take that well deserved vacation to truly unplug, it is invaluable to soul to have the mental space to yourself! I live in OR and there are plenty of places in nature to escape the crowd and devices, I often go to off the grid hot springs where there is no cell reception where I can truly get away from all the notification and simply just be present and experience nature; i always feel very rejuvenated mentally and physically to give myself the space to unplug.

[creamygoatmilk]

My grandpa always stressed the importance of good high quality shoes. Similar to how you mentioned being asleep for 1/3 of your life, you’re on your feet for a majority of your life as well! Treat your feet well and good health will follow

[resiliencyisrough]

OMG I lost it when you pulled up in your whip and said “It’s Brittany…” 😂😂😂

[The__Respecter]

Gaming PC, here we go. The rest is optional, right? Oh wait.

[mikezerker]

I’m actually doing the opposite as I get older… I buy fewer items -shoes, clothes, cars, nights out, food, etc and am focusing way more on saving and investing. At this point my take home is about 6k per month and I’m saving/investing 5k and living on 1k!

[bvogt]

Yes to the computer screen. Yes to hobbies / stuff that relaxes you / stuff that makes you feel young (hello LEGO).

[doloreschavez]

Visit the Mexican Riviera. Great beaches to relax and pyramids to visit on days you get tired of the beach

[bvoyelr]

Getting health nuisances checked/treated is a big one. Doesn't matter what it is. If it causes pain or forces you to alter your life in some way to accommodate it, learning what it is and potentially finding out there's a remediation could be life changing.

[ChrisTooCold]

The dual monitor setup is so useful. Also, highly recommend disconnecting on vacation. I’m going to Europe in April for 2 weeks and can’t wait to explore away from work

[jact]

Yes Patagonia really does follow their lifetime policy. They replaced a new jacket for me after 3 years of wear, since there was some rubbing on the back panel.

[macpro]

Can’t stress enough the nice winter jacket. Finally bought one after picking up cheap ones at Costco and it’s a night and day difference in quality.

[diannabentley]

Female Subscriber Here (rare) :D I think you should consider coming here to the mountains of Idaho for your next getaway. Rent a secluded cabin in the woods (preferably without internet) and go on daily hikes, canoe on a lake, read, and relax. My favorite and most rejuvenating vacations are the ones where I am unplugged for sure. If you get serious, hit me up and I can let you know my preferred places! Good video, btw. :) As per usual.

[Naut]

I had a gaming PC that lasted 10 years - worth every penny. IBuypower.

If you're a coffee drinker, def get a nice one and learn how to make it well. We have the breville barista express and haven't bought one since.

A healthcare investment is a carbon water filter on your kitchen sink (or whole house) so you have cleaner water to drink and cook with. HEPA filters for your HVAC or stand alone filters to keep your air very clean - especially for people with allergies.

Travel is important - even locally. So many people in the Bay Area that don't explore everything the bay area has to offer.

Thank you for The Office reference.

[edmundorivera]

same day wash, fluff and fold is really a treat once and a while. $30 for 20 lbs of dirty laundry is such a time saver - i hate folding.

[seanrrichards]

Patigonia is great clothing. A large monitor is great. Back in 1994 I gave all of our emplyees dual 19" monitors and then 20's. There were a couple of people that said they only need one. I asked them to try it out for a week and if you really wanted 1 I would take the other away. Out of 4-5 people that asked, not one wanted only one monitor after a week.

[vickig]

My used vehicle which is paid off. I love not having a car payment!!

[dt]

Mine are

- good pc, table, and chair
- ereader
- comfy pillows
- healthy food

[knights_limit]

Thanks for sharing more personal videos about yourself! Nice to know more about the guy who makes such awesome finance content! Oh, and a little late, but an anchoring effect example IRL is my Sprouts moved the small shopping carts out of the entry, so there’s only large carts. Wouldn’t have thought of it had I not seen your video!