Even if you don’t believe in ghosts, you may not like the idea of owning the items that a deceased person once owned. Many property sales take place due to the death of the items that are for sale, and it can baffle you to learn that your newly purchased treasure could be one of the last things they ever held or touched. Some people are just squeamish about buying things that belonged to someone who has now passed away, while others just don’t give a damn and enjoy a great bargain.
For those who are easily offended, buying from the dead is definitely something that can linger in the back of your mind, especially if you are superstitious. It may not feel good to take things from a person who is no longer on this earth with us. Some cultures bury items that a person once had with them when they pass away so they can travel with them to the other world. Many of these items have been found in Egyptian tombs and consist of things like seeds, gold, clothing, and more.
So how can you get over this? Just look at the big picture and realize that almost every item that is not new was once or will be the property of a deceased person. An antique could have been owned by generations of dead owners, and that only adds to its value. If it’s not a live real estate sale, you can be sure that everything in there has been passed down from generation to generation.
Most buyers in property sales simply detach themselves from the reality that the trinkets for sale were once owned by someone. They don’t think of it any differently than shopping at a retail store, a flea market, or a yard sale and getting a bargain. Keep your mind busy trying to find a good deal, haggling, searching dusty corners for objects of desire or something you can easily resell and you’ll forget where things came from.
Some people consider it a perfectly green way to recycle! Instead of this individual’s valuable assets going to landfill, buyers are eager to own and own them. Wouldn’t you hope that after you’re gone, your family and others will continue to love all of your goodies? With this in mind, you shouldn’t let the thought of owning a deceased colleague’s tea set overwhelm you, but embrace it and proudly display each cup and saucer.
