Originally Posted by TaylorOtwell

I am nearing graduation from Arkansas Tech University with a degree in Information Technology. I have been blessed to already have a job as a Systems Analyst/Programmer.

I am in the process of gathering the things I need for an apartment. However, I am wondering what is the proper balance between buying things and being attached to the things of the world. For instance, I have a used love seat (that I got for free from a neighbor); however, we are looking for a new one that is a solid color. Should I feel bad about owning things like this? Should I try and survive with as few possessions as possible?

Sometimes I just feel suffocated by the affluence and ease of American life... I almost feel guilty about it.

Sometimes I think to myself "could I part with all these things if necessary?"... "am I ready for persecution if it comes?"...

I'm confused. Help?