I find that I am becoming less frugal but enjoying myself more. Before I was too frugal, would worry about every dollar, not enjoy buying, etc. Now, I am a bit more laid back and spend things and buy what we will enjoy but not overspend or spend frivolously. I no longer just "browse" the stores. In fact, I really can't stand to shop anymore. I would rather spend my time doing other things. But, we did spend money recently going to an NBA game, I purchased an electric bass guitar for my son, etc.
I think the idea is to maximize your money to make it do for you what you want it to do rather than mindless spending which eats away your income but doesn't enhance your life.
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