Frugal Living vs.YOLO (Wanting it now vs. Having it Later)
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Күн бұрынEver feel a pull between all your frugal success and YOLO (you only live once)? I definitely do. Today I'm sharing my many thoughts on this topic.
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@julieg9589 4 жыл бұрын
I think when you have kids it is some what important to take some trips with them. Just an annual trip to the beach or a lake (whatever is closer). It takes gas money, a few nights in a hotel or cabin, and bring some food with you so you dont have to eat out every meal. Gives my kids something to look forward to and is an opportunity to make so many memories.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
I like that Julie:)
@coettahannah8110 4 жыл бұрын
Your right! I love trips and the beach, can't go often like when was younger/ working .
@carolwasson1570 4 жыл бұрын
I totally relate to this. I save all year so that I can take a beach vacation with my daughter. I’m frugal but spend money for things that matter to me.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YESSSS!
@JustFrugalMe 4 жыл бұрын
Being frugal is not about being cheap, it’s about being resourceful
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Totally!
@jillindaduerbeck8709 4 жыл бұрын
This video is why I watch you and why I love your channel. My frugal life started very late but it is never to late I believe. I have watch so many channels and can not connect with those who give up everything. I find it hard to believe they are enjoying life in there frugal adventure but you Kate speak and live a very wise life. You are wise with your money,, your goals and have been able to budget frugally without giving up what makes you happy. Kandon has toys and adventure and your time. You keep the little things like a cleaner once a month massages for your stress which we all have and much more. You get living a good life, a frugal life, without giving up your joy. Thank you for showing people how to live well but plan and save for thevfuture without debt.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Jillinda...I'm not quite sure why your comment is hitting me the way it is, but I want to burst into tears of gratitude!!!! You SEE me and get me and this comment is EVERYTHING. Thank you so so much!!!! Seriously, this comment has me teary with appreciation for you. THANK YOU THANK YOU! I appreciate you so much.
@sinkintostillness 3 жыл бұрын
I get buyers remorse over everything. I buckle down and save everything I can then I spot something I want and think YOLO! Then I spend a lot of time feeling guilty over non essential spending. I have been working on minimalism over the past 2 years and it always brings me back to saving and living more frugally. I think that there is a huge need to work treats into the budget so that you don't splurge.
@m30arianne 4 жыл бұрын
Tnxs for your video’s. I am a single mother of three kids, that I adopted as a single. I live in the Netherlands. I can relate to your story; I am also living frugally, but sometimes it is a struggle to continue to do so. But I am glad I do. My eldest son went to high school. I could buy a brand new bike for him and all the schoolsupplies he needs. We go once every year on holiday, but we stay in the Netherlands and only go for 10 days. By living this way I was able to make extra payments to my mortgage for several years. Tax refunds and extra payments go to the mortgage too. In 5 years from now, I won’t have any payments left and we’ll live mortgage free. Me and my kids have decided that by then we buy a dog. Please continue making video’s; I like watching them.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Mar Mar! You just inspired me in return! Thank you so so much! LOVED reading this! I'll keep em coming!
@ikernickolas6940 3 жыл бұрын
A trick : you can watch movies at flixzone. Me and my gf have been using them for watching all kinds of movies these days.
@darioamir2577 3 жыл бұрын
@Iker Nickolas Yup, I have been using Flixzone} for years myself :D
@andresaries9267 3 жыл бұрын
@Iker Nickolas Definitely, have been watching on flixzone} for years myself :)
@pedrodylan7289 3 жыл бұрын
@Iker Nickolas definitely, been watching on flixzone} for since december myself :D
@paulinehillson9059 4 жыл бұрын
Being 60 this year I definitely definitely wish I had been more smart with my money when I was younger. If I had, I could reduce my work hours from 40 a week to 32 or possibly 24 hours a week which is something that my body would love me to do now after working physically hard my whole life. There’s got to be a balance it can’t all be one way or or all the other. I also think people need to start purchasing what they need rather than what they want. That’s something that I’ve been seriously doing for the last couple of years and it’s amazing the amount of money I haven’t spent. Like you I could go on and on about this subject but I’ll close with saying another awesome video Kate, I do look forward to Friday’s! 💗💗💗
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Pauline, that means so much to me that you look forward to Fridays!!!!! Loved reading this!
@kathrinekerns8398 4 жыл бұрын
❤❤❤❤don't let your current circumstances, dictate your destiny.❤❤❤❤thank you for all the encouragement.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YESSSSS!!!!!
@HowDebbieSaves 4 жыл бұрын
Kate PREACH!! Yes absolutely being frugal is a struggle. But keeping your eye on the prize of paying off debt is so important. My #1 tool for saving money is meal planning. It can save you sooo much money. Great job! 👍
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YESSSS!!! Thank you Debbie!
@janinedekoker9405 4 жыл бұрын
Going back to gratitude is such a good piece of advice. Too many of us compare our lives to others and make ourselves unhappy as a result. Gratitude=joy.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YES YES YES!
@aprilcastillo5487 4 жыл бұрын
I love getting these videos on payday gets my mind ready to pay Bills and be intentional with my money 💸💸💸
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Oh April, that is a great point! PAYDAY thought videos! LOVE IT!
@aprilcastillo5487 4 жыл бұрын
@@KateKaden you are the best!
@skipper2282 3 жыл бұрын
My grandpa always said if he wouldn't have been so tight he would have wanted to travel. He always said when he retires. He died at 90 years old with a lot of money but never enjoyed a dime of it. I am stilling debt, but I always put money into a vacation every year even though I am still paying off the debt.
@JamelieC 4 жыл бұрын
I was yolo for a very long time and it got me in debt.... so, since August of this year, I'm very frugal, I like it a lot because I see my debt going down, love your videos!!!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Manon!!! YES I always choose frugal now even though YOLO thoughts creep in!
@leedezern6862 4 жыл бұрын
I’ll be 59 in November. I left full time employment in July of 2018 due to major stress and anxiety. The only way this was possible was we are debt free. No mortgage or car. Thanks be to God. I’ve worked part time since October 2018 but that’s closed right now due to the coronavirus. It’s not much but it helps. I so wished I/we had been as smart as you when we were in our 20’s/30’s. Our savings is not what it could be because of my spending. I think I lived the yolo life for a very long time. It’s hard to realize that we could have so much more money instead I have purses etc. I’m doing a much better job. Again thanks be to God. It’s hard to break that chain. I really love your channel. You’re very informative and relatable. Keep up the good work. God bless Lee Ann
@joycegonzales4994 4 жыл бұрын
I know I can’t take it with me, and I’m good with not leaving a huge inheritance for others. But I would like enough money to make it to the end. LOL
@joycegonzales4994 4 жыл бұрын
Having a house is very expensive
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
BHAHAHAH!!!! HECK YES JOYCE!!!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
It totally is isn't it. So many people on here are saying DON'T DO IT! and many are saying they love home ownership so much. I'll have to weight it all out:)
@cherylT321 4 жыл бұрын
Joyce Gonzales. That’s how I feel about things. We don’t know what’s around the corner but we sure need to try to prepare for it!
@jackieconrad4500 4 жыл бұрын
Once every 10 years.....I'm exactly the same. This year I went away with my sister because it was free and my son and I went camping for half price. Two holidays in one year, I'm in shock. Love you, you're so motivating.xx
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
LOVE YOU MORE! TWO HOLIDAYS in a year! That is AWESOME!
@smartypants1980 4 жыл бұрын
"What the Fork?" "Why can't I say Fork?" Yesterday, I heard a term on a video JOMO Joy of Missing Out. It was mentioned in a video that popped up when I looked up How To be happy Living With Less. I wish I could stop stressing about mobey but I know I'll get to that point. My plan is to leave my crazy nieces with funds not debt. I don't know how inheritance works Good choice Kaden. Im stuck between I want it and Cant afford it. I've learned that I wants are really the Advertising I watch.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
HAHAHAHA!!! EXACTLY! What the fork???
@BackroadMoney 3 жыл бұрын
I do think about things like this everyday, I think of it more so as to all of my ish together so it is not a burden on those that are charged with taking care of it. I have had to help or be fully responsible for executing these things. I am very easily entertained and I also really enjoy simple pleasures. Love this video
@neelanjanachatterjee4857 4 жыл бұрын
I live in India . I am a single parent with a son . We have traveled almost every year since 2005 in the country. The way I plan it is I make three parts. Travel , accommodation and food. Think about the total budget and divide accordingly. Another fun thing about this country is we have accommodations for pilgrims at hindu temples where you stay for free and leave a donation that you can afford. Using this opportunity I have been to beautiful places in the Himalayas when on a shoestring budget.
@jeankelly368 Ай бұрын
I've just found your videos and am very impressed. I was a single mom also and lived a life being frugal. Now retired, being frugal is a way of life. I love your tips to live below for daily needs. You are teaching your son many valuable life lessons.
@KateKaden Ай бұрын
Thank you SO SO MUCH Jean!
@AlexisgFay 4 жыл бұрын
Great advice! Spend on what brings you joy and save or cut out on what doesn’t. I am very frugal on most things in my life, I rarely eat out or go to the movies, I buy store brand food and produce that’s in season because it’s cheaper even though it may not be my favorite. Use old towels instead of paper towels and make coffee at home. I used to shower at the gym to save in water (until the pandemic hit). But once or twice a year, I like to go on a holiday. Usually one trip that requires a plane ride and one road trip. I still travel frugally, using points and miles, getting groceries and enjoying free activities at my destination. But it’s something that I really enjoy so I just budget for it. Holidays and retirement investing are where I like to splurge. I don’t mind if I have to live simply otherwise. I wasn’t always this way. I grew up with very frugal parents and when I finally had my own money, I definitely went YOLO for quite sometime. Glad I finally found my path and have been much happier not spending money on material things but fun memories instead and hopefully a secure future with retirement savings.
@rochellethundercloud346 4 жыл бұрын
Love the sweater.such a great color on you
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@mrsmelissa4976 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! I really needed to hear this. I’ve been slipping into yolo lately & needed a reminder of what my priorities are..it’s definitely not easy being frugal!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YASSS!!!! It's SO tempting!!! But together we can keep our eyes on the prize. I'm so glad you are here!
@Angel12199 4 жыл бұрын
I bought my 1st house at 23. I owned 3 houses &;a 10 unit apt. building before I was 30. Stay with your grandmother. Buy a home with CASH ONLY. You will regret the responsibility, pressure & life you cannot have while working to pay your debt. 90% of people are not in your blessed position to stay with family. STAY PUT AND SAVE
@carlenematerne8511 4 жыл бұрын
Being frugal is a breeze for me, I grew up dirt poor and refuse to live that life again. I constantly want to learn new tips and tricks to be even more smart with what I've been given.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Carlene Materne love this Carlene!!!! Yasss!!!! If you haven’t seen my 30 frugal living tips yet, I think you’ll love that one:)
@carlenematerne8511 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, seen it! Good job! P.s. love your sense of humor in your videos. Happy New Year!
@lindagelnett5772 4 жыл бұрын
"Go back to gratitude." Thank you Kate 😃
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YES YES YES!!!!!!!! Thank you Linda!!!!
@randyo6019 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Kate! New sub here. Love your advice. I plan 6 months ahead to pay for trips to Florida or whatever with my 2 boys. I’m frugal on everything but vacations with your kids is a must for me! Experience and memories means so much!!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Randy, welcome to the family! I’m so glad you are here!!!
@melissaguevara724 2 жыл бұрын
This one was of my many favorite videos you have done! I absolutely love how you say if you love going to Starbucks that’s ok if that’s what is important to you. You don’t shame people for their choices. I’m personally not a star bucks person either but if someone is saving money in others areas and doing well, then hey go for the Starbucks. This video was my favorite! I’m going to watch it again actually lol
@andreaarias6547 4 жыл бұрын
Need to be frugal! Thank you Kate for encouraging me to think about finances and my values!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
I’m here for ya!!! Hope to see you again Friday!
@smartypants1980 4 жыл бұрын
I went a little crazy with the spending on me this black Friday and needed inspiration to get back on track. When you say, "Think of what you Do have when feeling like you're lacking", that felt good to hear and helped, after watching this video again. Thank you, Kate!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome Scott!!!!
@tracyserrano1919 4 жыл бұрын
I ABSOLUTELY needed this video today. Thank You so much for reminding me of all the things I am grateful for. The struggle is so real. I'm still paying off debt and it SUCKS!!! I know I will get it paid off. But damn its taking soooooo LONG!!!!! I GOT THIS !!!! Thanks again Kate !!!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YES YES YES!!!!!!! YOU DO HAVE THIS TRACY!!!! And you are SO welcome!
@taratravis1619 4 жыл бұрын
I know your hard work will pay off for you, as it has already paid off for me! Love the KATE method and it has made a huge difference. Have not seen the Netflix show you mentioned. YOLO-more about relationships than stuff for me💕
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Oooh I love that!
@sandrafromscotland 4 жыл бұрын
Happy Frugal Friday! Interesting video Kate, got me thinking. I understand what you're saying, the dilemma is ongoing. For me, I'd say peace of mind is priceless so I'd go for that over stuff anyday! If you want to, please do a PO Box video ( I loved it when Sarah, Budget Girl used to do them 📬) TFS.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Oh that's a great idea! (If I ever get anything in there!) LOL!!!!! That would be so fun!
@Rglazapple 4 жыл бұрын
I just looked up “ The Good Place” on Netflix! I had never heard of it. Thanks for the suggestion and all the great content you produce.
@catherinep2034 4 жыл бұрын
I'm not frugal, but I enjoy watching to get tips on how to save more money. I like that idea about giving something up to put towards something I actually want. Thankyou for another great video.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Catherine I'm so glad you are here:)
@jackiefields1607 2 жыл бұрын
. You are making the best of what you’ve been given. And you’re smiling. And being thankful. What an inspiration!
@KateKaden 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jackie🙏
@stephanieporter6836 4 жыл бұрын
Another great video with an important message. I have lived frugally for so long it's hard to remember living any differently. I never want to have the money anxiety that I had before paying off debt and living beyond my means. I agree with you on practicing gratitude. I'm very proud of the life I have created and have so much to be thankful for. Has it always been easy? No. I am also a single parent and I prepare for the future and my goals every single month while trying to live a good life now. I think it's all about balance.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Loved loved reading this Stephanie!!!! EXACTLY!!!! :)
@catherinep2034 4 жыл бұрын
Love The Good Place! Weekly episodes is frustrating, so waiting until more episodes are up, so can binge watch. I was very pleasantly surprised by Chidi , when he was shirtless that 1st time! Lucky Elenore. 😍
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
HAHAHAH! Shirtless Chidi was AWESOME! :)
@grumylynn 2 жыл бұрын
I need to try The Good Place again. I only saw first episode. Thanks for the video Kate. I love your giving spirit.
@KateKaden 2 жыл бұрын
Cathy, thank you so much!
@grumylynn 2 жыл бұрын
@@KateKaden Thank you!
@dorisward-mindfullivingcon875 2 жыл бұрын
My thoughts: it comes down to priorities, values and needs. Once you allocate your money to your needs/essentials you can spread out the rest to your priorities and what you value. Would you agree Kate? I regularly review what my priorities are because they do shift and I am clear on my values. When creating a budget or money plan, it's possible to set it up as: Essentials, Priorities, and Values. Example: Savings might go into priorities, Travel might go into Value and Rent/Mortage into Priorities.
@Practice_Kindness-1st 4 жыл бұрын
Kaden is a little sweetheart! I recently had someone describe me as a financial minimalist. YOLO-ing has been a very foreign concept for me because I've been a money planner for so long, that I rarely splurge. It keeps me sane (or is it insane)! However, just a few years ago I spent more money than I ever have, but it was all for home improvements and my hobby. I went through sticker shock at first, but I get to enjoy my "investments" every day. Now, I'm back to the financial minimalism comfort zone! You always add value to your channel. Congratulations on your growing community Kate!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you SO SO much!
@rochellethundercloud346 4 жыл бұрын
I totally get it.you work to get out of debt.you want to celebrate.this is perfectly fine. But,watch the lifestyle creep. Meaning watch those small purchases that end up costing more,more,more.because if you dont curb it ,you end up back in even more debt.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YESSSS Rochelle! Totally!
@pigletsbank437 4 жыл бұрын
Indeed it is the best of both worlds Kate. Know what you spent your money on. Chose what you find importend and see what you can do to make life better. ( for yourself and the ones you know or love) Enjoy what you have got and still are able to do ( finacially and fysical) and a smile!!! ( Just like you do) it makes everything a lot more fun. A friend of mine had a message for us on her funeral: what the world needs now is love sweet love, it's the only thing that really matters ....the full 29 years she lived were truly like this. She lived a frugal , little energie she ever had and all her money she spent on writing positive cards to People who she knew could really use one.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
This is so beautiful Chantal. Thank you for sharing with us:) Your friend sounds like an amazingly beautiful soul!
@libraryminnie7674 4 жыл бұрын
I haven’t been on a vacation in 5-6 years. I had immense debt from a private autism school for my daughter. Once she was settled, I tightened my belt so tight not a single dollar slipped through unnoticed until I rebuilt my EF. Then I was seriously injured and spent the 16k during 4 months off of work. Finally, I have my emergency fund up to 24K. I am going to Disney sometime in the next year with no guilt our self doubt. Yes, it’s expensive, but priceless memories made will be worth every penny!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
MINNIE! YOU ARE AMAAAAZING!!!!!! Sending you a huge hug from MAINE~!
@maybemanda2 4 жыл бұрын
You're lovely and I appreciate and enjoy how much thought you put into your big life decisions. I empathize with you on YOLO and being pragmatic. It's a fine line to walk 😂🤣😬
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Totally! THANK YOU so much!
@katethegreat7333 2 жыл бұрын
This must be a Kate thing because I literally think about this everyday 😂 Love the KATE acronym
@KateKaden 2 жыл бұрын
😍😍
@momentsformoms9467 4 жыл бұрын
I don’t vacation like ever,unless I’m forced. I like to stay at home but also don’t want to leave my dog,and now cats,who are meany butts to my dog,but it’s only been a few days hopefully they warm up to her bc she wants to be best friends and having friends for her was the only reason we got cats because our rental only allows one dog. I don’t have any money to travel so it’s a good thing I have a local soul. Just subscribed to Kadens channel,maybe my son will watch it.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you SO much for subscribing to Kaden's channel!!!! Appreciate that SO much!
@auntyharry 4 жыл бұрын
I like travelling, but at heart I am definitely a “home body”. I love being at home...relaxing and spoiling my own little rescue mutt. Sometimes others cannot comprehend that staying at home really is a great way to spend a holiday break. I love my home and my dog, and I love my hometown. No shame in that! It’s a joy!
@paulaspeak4338 4 жыл бұрын
You're so right, we can all pass away suddenly. That's exactly what happened this year to my only sister at the age of 49. Life is not guaranteed, so live your best one. Yes, my family takes a cruise every year. We use our income tax refund to do this. YOLO right!?
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
HAHAH! EXACTLY!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
And I'm SO sorry to hear about your sister! 49 IS SO YOUNG!
@sarahmay8668 5 ай бұрын
I vacation multiple times per year. It is my thing! But I am also in BS7. Last year my family did a Caribbean cruise with Disney, I took my son on a European cruise with Disney to celebrate his high school graduation, and I went with my mom to her highschool reunion in Maine and Quebec. This year is Italy, France, and Spain with my daughter and her Spanish class, and a family trip to Disneyland.
@bonnyroggenbauer6518 4 жыл бұрын
I loved this video. And I love how you talked about your living arrangements. In 2009, I left an abusive husband. I had two daughters and one on the way. Not my best shining moment in life. I moved in with my parents and ended up staying 6 years. I was able to go back to school and get a good job. Unfortunately, my dad passed away that last year we were there. Pancreatic cancer. I look back now at that and I am so grateful for parents and the time I got to have with my dad. Just my opinion, maybe you should stay. 💗 I was wondering if you have any videos about your monthly expenses and how much you save. Do you have sinking funds? Just interested in knowing that to get some ideas from. #ksquad
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Bonny!!!! Thank you so much for sharing your story with me. I'm so so glad you got out of the abusive relationship. I'm so sorry about Dad:( So about the monthly expenses, I don't share my exact numbers but I have several budgeting videos that you could watch through because I think they'd be super helpful! Not sure if you already watched those? Have you see this one? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nriAocV637yvgWg.html And then there's the EveryDollar series that I did. Check all those out!!! Thank you so much for watching!
@heatherwhittaker6169 4 жыл бұрын
I love your videos and share all I can on fb.I really admire you Kate.Keep on the way you are.Grandma is fortunate, and so are you and your son.PS, cash is king.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU SO MUCH HEATHER!!!!!!
@jeanettewilliams4448 4 жыл бұрын
Frugal living trying to get better. I don't have credit card debt and I was smart enough to realize I wanted college education but I didn't want student loan debt hanging over me so I went for 1yr because that was only what my scholarship covered. You have to have a plan like you said. I'm caught between kinda frugal and Yolo everyday so I'm right there with you on that.
@kellihammond4956 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah! That face I love! Lol. Happy Friday!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
HAHAHAH! Thank you Kelli!
@janetlandry-lucey5386 4 жыл бұрын
Stay in today You rock!! One Day at a time 🌹
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Janet, YOU ROCK! :) Thank you so much!
@donnarakitzis2719 4 жыл бұрын
Happy Frugal Friday!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Right back at cha Donna! Have an amazing weekend!
@MadisonBriggsArtchick 4 ай бұрын
How your brother and you feel about Disney, I feel about NYC. I get to go in May and I am super excited! Already paid for hotel and airfare; my friend and I are sharing a room, and bought tickets to a Broadway Show. All I will have to buy while there are incidentals, transportation and food. Happy about that!
@sandrafromscotland 5 ай бұрын
👍 From frugal Friday 19/01/24. Good one and interesting to see how your life has changed, progressed and stayed consistent. Your videos are a record of Kaden growing up too. Yes celebrate your achievements 👏 I like Swedish death cleaning for this reason to get things in place to have as little as possible to be dealt with after I'm gone. 9k subscribers then you said to 50k subscribers now. Best of both worlds 🙌
@KateKaden 5 ай бұрын
OMG Sandra, THANK YOU!!!!!!
@simpleperrydiselife 4 жыл бұрын
I hear ya! Frugality is hard if you haven't practiced it your whole life. Everyone's situation is different. For some people it comes naturally, for others, like myself, is a worthy struggle. I really don't like the phrase/ word YOLO, but I understand it to certain point. We do go on vacation every year. But we plan for it and do it as frugal as possible. Thanks for sharing! ❤🙏
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching and sharing with us! OMG, yes YOLO!!! LOL!!!!
@moniquemonique3430 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Kate, oh my god you always hit the point. I just had that type of thoughts recently. I have been very frugal and using products for my skin, hair etc very inexpensive and then using for one day good products for hair and skin and noticing a difference. It got me thinking. Maybe I should allow myself some "indulgences" because it's just nice to treat yourself nicely. And yes the balance is important. Maybe we have to keep a safety but at the same time feel luxurious and enjoy life. Thanks for your videos. Always thoughtful. Love you.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Love you more!!!! Thank you so much!
@karenccs67 4 жыл бұрын
Oh Kate, this week I’ve struggled to stay motivated, we’ve been saving & saving for our holiday to Hawaii (we are BS 4 & 7) and today we paid for our whole holiday in CASH , and travelling from 🇬🇧 it’s expensive 😀😀😀. Another great video xx
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
I hear you loud and clear!!!! Thank you for sharing Karen!
@hollywalton5343 4 жыл бұрын
I love the good place. On the 2nd season and it actually goes along with some of my beliefs on the afterlife but its hilarious. I am in the middle of yolo and frugal. I love to do little getaways the cheapest way I can. I purchased a home in April that was exactly what I wanted but higher price then I would have paid if it wasnt important to me for my kids to stay in their school district. It fits my budget and I am so glad i bought. Vacations are extremely important to me. We do one big one per year and spend around $1000-1500 and little excursions during the year.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
The GOOD PLACE!!!! Yes, super funny at times. Loved reading this!!!
@jackiemcos1407 4 жыл бұрын
Haven’t seen it yet but I will check it out!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
It's enjoyable for sure!
@LMCEK 4 жыл бұрын
Girl I can relate! My last two real vacations were to Dominican republic in 2008 and Mexico in 2009😂 I did a long weekend away last summer up north and a long weekend this fall to Niagara falls. My travel is non existent! Miss it but truthfully I'm a homebody and prioritize my mortgage. I would encourage you to buy a home if you can. You build financial equity and it's a sense of comfort and accomplishment. Personally it's worth it to me to live frugally to own my house. Especially as a single woman. After my ex and I broke up and I moved out of our house, it was important to me to have my own space again 💙
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Lissa! Loved reading this AS ALWAYS!!!!! Thank you for your thoughtful comment!
@Jacobggxp4488 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Kate. Love your channel. I’m doing the saving thing and frugal living so that way I don’t have to go without. And so that all the days of “ damn I don’t have any money “ will be gone. The nice things that I like to spend my cash on are sports bars and restaurants. I see what your saying about yolo but yes it’s far better to save and do yolo amped up later. Have a good one!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Jacob! TOTALLY. In the end, having that money saved feels so much better! I'm so glad you are here Jacob! Hope to see you again Friday morning!
@andrean1831 4 жыл бұрын
Same dilemma how much to spend vs save and where is the balance. Dave says there are only 3 things you can do with money spend , save, give. For along time I was in save mode , but my cousin passed suddenly this year and I realized you can’t put your life on hold to save for tomorrow , forever. I agree with you there is a balance and nothing beats going to bed with peace of mind. Glad to know others struggle with the right balance.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
I'm so so sorry to hear about your cousin. YES the balance is key for sure. So glad you are here Andrea:)
@melissalee9171 4 жыл бұрын
You are amazing! I resonate with everything you are saying. My experience with homeownership has not been worth it. I have been house poor for so many years. I haven’t stayed anywhere long enough to make ownership worth wild. I loose money every time. I’m hoping this is the last time I make this mistake. My theory on ownership is that you need to be sure you don’t want to move for at least 5 or more years. You need to put the 20% down so you are not paying PMI which is an extra fee on your mortgage until you have 20% value. Also you need to have maintenance money to cover repairs and upgrades. Also make sure you can pay off the house in 15 years or less. At this rate with my 30 year mortgage I’ll never pay it off and still have all the stress of ownership. There is nothing wrong with renting. You don’t own the house anyway, the mortgage company owns it. We are Disney addicts. My goal is to move to Florida and work for Disney. We try to go every year. We use our tax refund to go. That has been my savings plan for many years. We are just now working on a savings goal to move to Florida. Your videos give me inspiration and motivation to keep going. One day I will be debt free.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Melissa, this was such great info! I loved reading this!!!! Thank you for sharing your honest perspective on it all!!!! And a fellow Disney gal? LOVE IT!
@maybee... 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Kate, Prugne here, awesome video! I did not know what YOLO meant. Now that most of my life is behind me, I most certainly think about what changes I would have made, things I would have done differently, but most of those things you only know from experience. Things I'm glad I waited on were: 1. College 2. Kids I didn't know what I wanted to be when I grew up, I still don't know what I want to be... I guess I will know when I grow up. I agree with you, security and comfort are more important than flash in the pan things.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Loved this Prugne!!!!!!
@celiahernandez3713 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy today , but save a little today for tmrw 🤗
@coettahannah8110 4 жыл бұрын
I think living there with your grandma is a great idea,...and your son's happy so you have time to buy later. Good advice as usual .
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Coetta!
@sonyacurti 4 жыл бұрын
I love that you live in your family's house. I wouldn't mind renting because theres so much freedom in renting. I have a house now and I feel like a slave to it hopefully I can catch up to the projects. I say save your money and enjoy your son 🥰😷
@makeupgirl8886 4 жыл бұрын
Yes. I watch the good place. It is so funny. Your little boy is so adorable!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@xaxa1983 4 жыл бұрын
I think you have the right idea. Gratitude + spending less on things that don't matter in order to have more for what does, is the way to go :) Also, frequency matters. Being fine with and enjoying(!) the cheapest instant coffee most days means I can enjoy an extra large mocha latte for $7 once in a blue moon. And when I do go for those extra special treats only here and there, they taste/feel so much better.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
LOVE THIS! Thank you Hugo! So glad you are here!
@ktrudy1 4 жыл бұрын
Great vid. Ty😍😘
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Trudy!
@heatherlau 4 жыл бұрын
I love “The Good Place!” Such a great show! I’m consistently stuck between frugal living and YOLO. It’s really hard right now because our inheritance money just came in and I really want to buy the iPhone 11...but I know I should put it in savings in case I lose my job. I don’t see that happening anytime soon as I just got promoted yesterday! Eek! So now I have that “treat yo self” mindset to celebrate my recent success. Life is hard haha!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YES THE PHONE! AHHH!!! CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PROMOTION GIRLFRIEND! Seriously you are ON FIRE!!!!
@Sandy11142 4 жыл бұрын
I think it is great you live in a place where Kaden gets to see his greatgrnd mother everyday. My children only have 1 grand parent and she moved from NJ to FL. So we don't see her often. I wish they had more of a relationship. That is more important then owning your own home.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Cindy!
@createalifeofadventure9475 4 жыл бұрын
Vacation is a huge priority for me! I make sure that all vacations are paid for before I go and I actually work a second job that is purely for vacation money!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
HECK YES!!!! Love this!!!!
@bookwormbon482 2 жыл бұрын
6:25 I loved the Good Place!
@TheImperfectReader 4 жыл бұрын
I need this Kate method.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YASSS!!!!
@luzloveslife 4 жыл бұрын
Vacationing is a priority for me. We go on a big trip every two to three years. We plan frugally and save up for it. A Disney Cruise is next on our list since we just had our first child. It will be a few years down the road but we have already started saving for it. I know it one of the most expensive cruises, but to me it’s worth the memories :)
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
CONGRATULATIONS on your first child! How exciting! Thank you so much for watching and sharing with us!
@pattyfrazer1174 4 жыл бұрын
Exactly, the best of both worlds.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
You get me Patty! Thank you!
@madziam7893 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing 🌼🌼🌼
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
You are SO welcome! Thank you so much for watching!
@bettinaheilman23 4 жыл бұрын
I live for now and later meaning.... I go on vacation twice a year treat myself to new experiences but I also save for later in life. I feel that you are doing the right thing staying where you are because you only have one grandma that loves you (maybe 2) owning a house is full of responsibilities . Lots $$$ you have to enjoy life also.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Bettina!
@kodomotachi1 4 жыл бұрын
I think YOLO is about life, and frugality helps us by making things lose importance, while emphasising experiences instead. The obsession with wastefulness is not YOLO, is misplaced consumerism.
@paulinehillson9059 4 жыл бұрын
I’m definitely getting a Rescue Runt for my granddaughter’s birthday in November!!!! 💗
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
AHHHH! I think she will love it!
@sheilam283 4 жыл бұрын
I love "The Good Place". Also loved "Dead Like Me". We have not been on vacation since 2014 and that one was just to visit my parents... I hope to go on vacation but the other, bigger goals always seem to come first.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YASSSS!!!! thanks Sheila!
@sandrafromscotland 2 жыл бұрын
01/07/22 👍 I agree, frugal living is more of what you want 😊 Time is non refundable spend it wisely.
@AD-oh4st Жыл бұрын
Loved the good place
@hanirazak7438 4 жыл бұрын
So true... so true...
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Hani!
@kerstinshadow2210 3 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this episode. We go on vacation every second year. We drive by car to the sea and stay there only one week in a rented vacation house with garden. We go, if I habe saved the money for it upfront. The other year we love long one day trips to a zoo in another city. To live some YOLO: I bought a cheap old sailing boat six years ago. I am so happy to sail it. I Never mind to pay all the repair bills or fix it up myself
@KateKaden 3 жыл бұрын
LOVE THIS KERSTIN! Thank you so much for sharing with us. Love what you do. So much to look forward to:)
@preciado1980 4 жыл бұрын
I've learned that living simply and being content with what you have been blessed with is extremely important. What's important to me is spending time with God, quality time with my children and husband, spending money on experiences not on stuff. We've come to a point in society that what we have is never enough. We want a bigger home, more cars, the next best handbag. It's a never ending cycle. I got to the point where I felt like a hamster on an exercise wheel running and going nowhere. YOLO so live.
@kerrylow6894 4 жыл бұрын
We prioritize travel. Do a years budget and identify all the slack money after expenses and the emergency fund and any essential home improvement and then plan trips. We have 1 year staycation, next year crazy amount of trips! We just want to make memories with the kids.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Love this!
@nataliereeve9014 4 жыл бұрын
I LOVE The Good Place!!!!
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
SO GOOD, right?
@lifebeyondthesalary2458 4 жыл бұрын
We take vacations but usually it’s a staycation!! If we do go on vacation we research and go do something amazing & family oriented!!! Last October we pulled Eli out of pre-K for a week (the week before fall break). We had this trip in the planning for about 6-12 months. Stayed at an Airbnb & went to New Mexico to go to the International Balloon Festival!!! It was AMAZING!!!!! Loved it so much & met so many people from not only around our country but even Canada & New Zealand!!! So yes, plan fun vacations but who says you have to do the big ones every year? Find some stuff in your own backyard- go camping with your friends/small group, go hiking, find towns in your state with festivals going on & go pick your own apples or whatever off the U-pick-it fields. Have a blast. As long as you are together and having fun enjoying each other, no need to worry about doing it up big. Especially when “we gots bills to pay!”
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
TOTALLY!
@karensinclair1954 4 жыл бұрын
YOLO? We are eternal AND THIS You is only once. Whatever anyone wants to have/be as that expression that is their decision and it's all good. Frugality isn't everyone's good. It wasn't mine until recently and I'm over 50. Frugality is also often too much a cover for stinginess, ownership in a silly way, judgement against self, God/Source others, and many other unfortunate mindsets. Blessings to you and your family
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Karen, loved this!
@maryhill2346 4 жыл бұрын
Homeownership in this day and time is not always what its cracked up to be. There is a lot of hidden cost. Your housing situation dounds perfect for now and into the foreseeable future. If you want a change, paint the inside of your home in brighter colors. It will pep you up for fairly cheap and bgive you the feeling of a new home!
@janinedekoker9405 4 жыл бұрын
My husband and I went for our first vacation last year. After being married 2 years and not having a wedding or honeymoon. But we also have no consumer debt. Vacations are more fun if you can afford it cash. Looking forward to doing it again in another 2 years.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YESS! LOVE THIS!
@TheImperfectReader 4 жыл бұрын
I am frugal trying to let myself be a little more YOLO. My husband helps me loosen up a bit.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Nice Ashley!!!
@debbytirella9413 2 жыл бұрын
I vacation every year but I bring lunch every day. Cook every night. I hardly ever buy clothes.. save up for vacation. I use my rewards to help pay vacation
@simplesgood7694 4 жыл бұрын
If I died tomorrow, would I be proud of the way I’m living now?? Wow!! Good question!!! I do think about that. Where the heck is the balance?? It’s really hard to find.
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
YESSSS!!!! :) Totally.
@julieteekell6983 4 жыл бұрын
I think it's great your chosing , for the moment to rent at your grandmother's. It helps her, you and God forbid if something does happen to you Kaden has a safe home .
@KateKaden 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
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