Comments on: How to Reassure Yourself that Frugal Living Make Sense

By: Debt Consolidation Toronto

Debt Consolidation Toronto — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:25:32 +0000

This is a very valuable tip! I personally like the home foundation analogy used at the end of your post. Indulgence once in a while is necessary for a person to reward themselves. However, the key is to remember the main target and avoid getting taken away by switching back to old habits.

By: Meaghan

Meaghan — Wed, 27 May 2009 14:42:54 +0000

Treating yourself once in a while is a great way to keep you from feeling deprived and it also allows you to appreciate what you are buying more since you don’t do it often.

By: Melanie

Melanie — Thu, 21 May 2009 22:02:47 +0000

A word of advice to those who want to try this approach: Just make sure you’re not going on weekly sprees or spending more money than you can afford. A one-time thing is fine. But if you’re pinching pennies and then blowing big bucks, you’re only kidding yourself… you aren’t frugal at all!

By: Sue | Air Conditioning

Sue | Air Conditioning — Wed, 20 May 2009 07:44:18 +0000

Agreed one can’t always just keep on saving you need to treat yourself sometimes otherwise what are you just working your self to death and what for, you need to enjoy life too, because it is too short

By: Amey

Amey — Tue, 19 May 2009 18:22:32 +0000

I agree. You have got to treat yourself every now and then. What is the point of just saving?

By: Moneymonk

Moneymonk — Tue, 19 May 2009 17:05:08 +0000

Everything needs balance seeting aside 15% to fun- can make you feel better. Or you can pay off a debt and afterwards celebrate. Either way we all need a refresher!

By: Craig

Craig — Tue, 19 May 2009 16:14:00 +0000

I do this myself and think it is necessary for people every now and then. Whatever it is, buying a small item or two can be good for your mind. I will go to the book store and pick something out even though I know I may not get to it for another month, or get some sandwich or ice cream I don’t need but am just craving at the moment. It will satisfy your current spending needs without denting your wallet.

By: Jeff@StretchyDollar

Jeff@StretchyDollar — Tue, 19 May 2009 15:33:18 +0000

I like it! I probably would enjoy something like this too much, but why not? Especially if we’ve saved up for it. Knowing I have a mini-spree coming up in the future helps me to prioritize better and cut back on things I don’t really need in the meantime.

By: Sandy

Sandy — Tue, 19 May 2009 14:14:05 +0000

Taking a break is always a great way to refresh yourself in whatever you are doing. I should’ve thought about it for saving money too. Thanks for a useful tip this morning!