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Would You Live in the Past for Peace of Mind and Financial Well-Being?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Living a Frugal Life in the Present with a Mindset in the Past. However, many of us could choose to live more like Dacyczyn has and live a simpler, more frugal life. Instead, you’ll choose items like cloth napkins and cloth towels. My grandma was one of the greenest people I knew.

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3 Important Lessons in Living Frugally, But Not Too Frugally

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

In fact, it’s easy to lose money in an attempt to be frugal. I’ve unintentionally gone too far a few times, and in doing so, learned valuable lessons about trying too hard to live a frugal life. Frugality can be quite addicting, and it often becomes its own reward. In what other ways do you live too frugally?

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Although my parents never specifically taught me about finances, they lived a frugal life by necessity. I can’t even imagine how many repair bills from plumbers, electricians, appliance techs, and auto mechanics he has saved us over the years. I learned to save money by watching my parents. (I