I think frugality feels better when it comes from peace instead of fear
I’ve noticed there’s a huge difference between being intentional with money versus constantly feeling anxious about it.
The happiest frugal people I know don’t really seem obsessed with being cheap. They just stopped caring about impressing strangers, buying things to feel successful, or constantly upgrading every part of their life. A lot of them seem calmer in general.
Honestly, I think some people accidentally buy themselves into stress trying to look like they’re doing well instead of building a life that actually feels good day to day. #finance