For the moment, let's forgo the shameful sensations of materialism. Recall a time in your life when you had to decide between possessing one of two material things.
Maybe the cost of either one or the other is so great that you can only afford one. Then some might say, "It isn't a forever type of decision. You might go with one for a while, sell it, and then try the other". But we can't guarantee that you can sell it, let alone for a reasonable amount.
Maybe at some point you might be able to possess both. The question lingers as to whether you will still enjoy either of them by the time you receive the second.
Maybe you simply settle with what you have. You're happy with your lot and can do without the expense of either choice.
Maybe you waffle and cannot come to a final decision. The prospect of owning each of these fine fine things draws you in, and you speculate on the experiences to be had with each. The question continues to linger and your mind is constantly preoccupied with materialistic thoughts. It makes you want to decide on the issue so that you won't have to worry about it any longer, but at the same time, you are afraid to commit to one thing, afraid that you will be disappointed.
What's the resolution?
You must make a decision, and you cannot continue to waffle because it will affect your mindset about the more important matters in your life. Stop speculating and do something. Your mindset will change when you arrive at a decision. You will have a new vantage point with which to evaluate your next choices. Also, you must remember to keep the greater scope of things in mind. It will not be the end of all things once you settle on the decision. We can always continue in other directions afterwards. Should you be disappointed with your decision, you have now learned more about the world and yourself and you will have gained something very valuable. Your disappointment is not, by any means, a terrible cost to pay for the insight you have gained.
Stop thinking. Start doing. The details will work themselves out later.
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