Thrifty. Frugal. Economical. Miserly. Cheap. Whatever word or however you want to define spending less, go ahead. But the question is; are minimalists just cheap — or worse — do they cripple our commerce-based economy by refusing to spend money on stuff? We may be MOFOs, but we’re hardly cheapos! […]
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The PROS and CONS of Thrift Shopping
If I had a nickel for every time I’ve sold all my stuff I’d have — well — 15 cents. During our two summers in Vancouver we either house sat or rented furnished condos/apartments. It cost us a little more to rent furnished, but you save on having to buy […]
How Travel and Having Less Stuff Can Change Your Outlook on Stuff
It’s amazing what selling all your stuff and a little travel can do to help change your outlook on stuff. My wife and I traveled to Nicaragua back in 2012. It was the start of our journey towards a different lifestyle. It was also our first venture off the beaten path […]