Why I'm so Frugal

I often get asked why I go to so much effort to save money and why I'm so frugal. So here are the reasons why I buy nothing.

Some people might call me cheap. But adopting simple living and a minimalist lifestyle has led to financial freedom, a lifetime of adventures and the flexibility to work part-time. Find out more in this video!

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[awarepenguin]

If broke people call me cheap, I know I'm going in the right direction.

[valerierogers]

Be part of the mainstream and it'll drown you. Here's to the wee life 🥂

[mwebb]

This is great advice for couples who are on the same page with the same goals. I was just like you when I married. Sadly, my then husband was most definitely not. We never could align our goals and values. I shopped thrift stores for our kids and myself. He bought expensive brand name clothes. After 25 years, we divorced. We had no money. I am now married to my soulmate who shares my frugal mindset. We are financially comfortable and retired in our early 50’s. More than anything, aligning your financial goals and your desire for things is critical for a happy and successful relationship. No one ever talks about this to young people. Thank you for spreading this idea and your success living like this. It is so freeing and comforting to live frugally.

[Iquey]

Freedom and Peace of mind is very important!!!

[EcomCarl]

Your transformation through frugality is truly inspiring! It’s a powerful reminder that reducing our footprint can significantly enhance not just our financial freedom but also our life satisfaction. 🌿

[danielespinoza]

Love watching people who share the same ideals! It can get lonely when you decide to walk a different path than others, but this kind of content is a great way to end the day as a reminder that like minded people are out there... great content!

[kimmcmahon]

So excited to see and hear about
Your lifestyle. We could learn so much

[teresitap]

What a wonderful story! I've been leaning towards this direction for some time. Love to you & your lovely family!

[SuzannesSimpleLiving]

Hi Bex & Gill, this is a brilliant video I have been frugal all my life, Life is about living and doing stuff and having adventures and that’s certainly what you’re doing 😃👍

[cinematicchild]

I love this. Thanks for sharing your experience and wisdom.

[Thesignarizzler]

What a brilliant story of your life. Inspiring ❤xx

[lisag]

Wow, what an amazing life you already have lived, good on you both for finding an alternative lifestyle away from consumerism, kinder on the planet too, I’m not one for hair, nails handbags and latest fashions, I have 2 allotments, retired early from 39 years of nursing, sold my car and use my bicycle and trailer for local journeys, my husband has an old Yaris that I sometimes use for big supermarket shopping and visiting, I have recently treated myself to a new Fitbit watch to track my activity and make sure I do 10k steps every day,
Best wishes, Lisa

[Pursuitofhealthwealthhappiness]

LOVE THIS! I am just up from you in Bristol and originally from Somerset! :D

[mrstrawberry]

May all your wishes come true in your heart feeling soul.

[kallistoindrani]

Give me my book collection instead of traveling every day. 😂

[monalisa]

Hello, you are very inspiring, you are examples to follow, listening to you makes me feel good. I am a minimalist on the lookout for all good ideas and good examples. Thank you so much. Continue.

[suredeydo]

I admire this so much. Thanks for sharing. What is it they say..? "Those who mind, dont matter." Its absolutely true 😊 cheers!

[architect_abc]

Greetings from India! A very inspirational video for all those who are in the trap of consumerism (no offence to anyone). Since you yourself were a victim of falling into a trap of buying everything you see (irrespective of whether you need it or not), your experience about it and the transformation matters to all those who want to change. I would like to mention, in India, still a large part of the population believes in reusing and repurposing things which are used for daily household chores. This is sort of a cultural practice one could say. Although with the advent of free market and globalisation, many people, especially in cities who can afford brand new stuff each time, have fallen into this consumerism trap. But around 70% of the country's population still lives in villages and tier-2 and tier-3 towns and people there are very cautious about where they spend their money (basically they assess cost-effectiveness before purchasing). Unfortunately, many giant businesses are trying hard to convince the younger gullible generation to buy first hand and latest gadgets to make them feel socially relevant among their peers. Good wishes to you and your family. Stay frugal, stay happy!

[Change_O]

People hate it when they see themselves in others. I have an acquaintance (Lucy) that always puts a particular guy (Jack) down as he doesn't spend much on going out, for meals etc. But Jack works in public sector, environmental and is earning far less than Lucy, Lucy works in the private sector. Jack has two kids, is separated and drives a car. Lucy refuses to get a car due to the cost. Lucy uses supermarket basic washing up liquid and gets her clothes second hand. Names have been changed.

[myaccount]

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