Why do People Hate the Things They Need?

[Flavus Aquila]

Optional conveniences, luxuries, friendships, and aides are all well loved by the people who choose them.

BUT. People seem to hate the same lovable things when they become a necessity. Is it just because the theoretical ability to opt out isn't present?

Examples: some people will have separate cars for commuting and for recreation; occasional pain killers vs essential medications; people will love friends, but resent them if they need them; etc.

 

[ZcM4xzkjgzCjytBc]

I need a billion dollars :c

 

[Flavus Aquila]

I need a billion dollars :c

Do you hate the billion dollars?

 

[ZcM4xzkjgzCjytBc]

Do you hate the billion dollars?

Obviously... No wonder I can't have it

 

[sprinkles]

It implies that the baseline difficulty of living is higher.

 

[seira0807]

Reminds me of the phrase, "Familiarity breeds contempt" or maybe something along the lines of taking something or someone for granted

 

[Pin]

Need: I am missing a curvaceous woman in my life.

Oh!

 

[acd]

I don't hate anything I need.