I sympathise with you. I often have to rotate which creators I can monetarily support month to month because money is very tight. However, if I enjoy hours of videos from somebody, or if a painter or hobbyist I really enjoy releases something for sale, I think it’s important that I support them materially so that they can afford to keep doing what they do. I want more of their work, I appreciate what they create.
There’s nothing morally wrong with not paying for work that’s provided free of charge at all! And of course, in this economy, it’s important to take care of yourself and your needs first - but for me, if I have a choice between buying some sweets and a cola for myself, or giving a podcaster who I’ve enjoyed hundreds of hours of scripted and edited shows from a couple of quid, I’m gonna do the latter where I can!
I sympathise with you. I often have to rotate which creators I can monetarily support month to month because money is very tight. However, if I enjoy hours of videos from somebody, or if a painter or hobbyist I really enjoy releases something for sale, I think it’s important that I support them materially so that they can afford to keep doing what they do. I want more of their work, I appreciate what they create.
There’s nothing morally wrong with not paying for work that’s provided free of charge at all! And of course, in this economy, it’s important to take care of yourself and your needs first - but for me, if I have a choice between buying some sweets and a cola for myself, or giving a podcaster who I’ve enjoyed hundreds of hours of scripted and edited shows from a couple of quid, I’m gonna do the latter where I can!