Why I’m So Frugal

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In this video, I talk about why I'm so frugal and also provide some frugal living tips. Also, if you want some minimalist money-saving tips, watch this video • 20 Simple Minimalist H...
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I haven’t always been as Frugal as I am now. In my 20s I had no idea how to budget my money and often would spend the final week of the month living off my credit card. However, now I’m older and wiser I am much more frugal. I think frugality can sometimes be equated to “being cheap” but I think being frugal is more about being smarter with your money.
This fits so well with my minimalist lifestyle because when I’m frugal and smarter with my spending, it means I have more money for the things that bring me enjoyment and more money to put away and save for the future.
So if you want to be smarter with your spending I’m going to go through some of the ways that I am frugal. You may not find all of these fit with your lifestyle and there may be things you don’t want to do and that’s okay. We’re all in different situations and have different needs and preferences, but hopefully, you’ll find some of them helpful.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 Being frugal doesn't mean "being cheap"
0:45 Buying used over new
1:24 Not upgrading if I don’t need to
2:00 Put spare money into savings
2:58 Compare prices for insurance
3:35 Meal plan
4:08 Batch cook
5:00 Not buying lunch out
5:31 Don't buy branded foods
6:32 Turn off lights when not in a room
7:05 What I DO spend money on
7:13 Get my car serviced
7:41 Technology that reduces friction
8:13 Buying quality items for the home

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@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

What frugal habits do YOU practice? Let me know in the comments! Also, if you want some minimalist money-saving tips, watch this video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oMWjbKd0r9jOpIk.html

@user-ob1oi7kn2w 20 күн бұрын

Live a little why dont ya

@ThisEditedLife 19 күн бұрын

@@user-ob1oi7kn2w Oh I am, don't worry 😊

@lindadillman8179 12 күн бұрын

You can buy new clothes on clearance cheaper than you can at. Thrift store or at goodwill.

@user-ob1oi7kn2w 12 күн бұрын

@@lindadillman8179 💜💜💜

@RichardTouchfaith 27 күн бұрын

Initially was frugal because I was poor and was trying to build wealth. Now I can say I've achieved that wealth, but older now I realize my life is about minimalist and using our resources wisely. No reason to buy to impress. Life is easier with less.

@ThisEditedLife 27 күн бұрын

"Using resources wisely" is a great way to describe it ☺

@chrisgordon2307 16 күн бұрын

Yep .... less is more! Simple is peace!

@KimberlyRikal-cu2cu 10 күн бұрын

LIVING VERY SIMPLE IS PEACEFUL. LESS TO CLEAN. LESS TO MOVE. LESS TO BUY

@BoninBrighton 6 күн бұрын

I’ve been unwell for 3 months and stuck at home recovering and what I’ve noticed is how much money I’ve saved! I’m quite shocked tbh just how little I’ve spent.

@ThisEditedLife 6 күн бұрын

I hope your recovery is going well!

@felipeyanez7786 28 күн бұрын

Frugal is not being miserable.

@ThisEditedLife 28 күн бұрын

Yes, it's definitely not about depriving yourself ☺️

@lumo5691 18 күн бұрын

Thrift shopping save me so much. I also cook daily and budget wisely. I save more than i spend. Retiring comfortably and regret NOTHING.

@ThisEditedLife 18 күн бұрын

Well done on retiring comfortably. That's a great achievement ☺️

@georginafraser451 11 күн бұрын

I live in Argentina, and have never had a credit card, never wanted one, I buy anything according to my budget in that moment, if I can afford it then I just go without until the next month. I'm retired and own my own house, I live up in the hills of a lovely English town, I'm happy as can be and I eat everyday and now I'm saving to buy myself a new mobile phone. All of this was achieved thanks to my dear God, and lord. Jesus Christ, I don't now what I would do without him.

@someothername9462 25 күн бұрын

I stopped buying buying buying when I realized that my extra possessions was just causing me stress. You need very little to be happy in life - focus on those few, important things.

@ThisEditedLife 25 күн бұрын

I agree - we need less than we think ☺️

@rubylimey7614 17 күн бұрын

That's the truth... More of us recognized that during the pandemic...I did, now getting rid of so much stuff!

@squirrelcovers6340 23 күн бұрын

I have everything I need. Because I've always been CHEAP AND PROUD of it. I've retired debt free at 49 years old.

@ThisEditedLife 22 күн бұрын

That's amazing, well done! 😊

@user-mq5kx2se2q 22 күн бұрын

Congratulations!

@kohtime 15 күн бұрын

Absolutely agree with this! Without that constant need to “keep up with the Jones’s” I’ve been able to Retire at 39 and am in the process of moving out of the UK and over to SE ASIA. Of course I wouldn’t be able to do this in the UK at this stage, with the ridiculous cost of living but I’m more than happy to benefit from the growth Asia offers compared to our stagnant economy in the UK. I’m going to be documenting the move here on KZfaq and showing what’s available overseas :) the value is incredible :) Frugality is a major step towards being able to do this! love the vid, keep up the fantastic work

@kellykersten8828 15 күн бұрын

You're time has come! 😊

@asavannah7439 Ай бұрын

My husband and I haven't spent a penny yet this month. But tomorrow we will spoil ourselves with a take away.

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

That sounds perfect! I don't feel that frugality should be about depriving ourselves and I find those 'treats' are so much nicer when we don't have them all the time ☺️

@mwebb3014 18 күн бұрын

January 1 I started a 30 day no buy challenge and I stretched it to 90 days!! I have never done this before and I am 59! I did buy some clothes, kitchen gadgets and lawn/garden items last month but they were things I knew I needed or wanted. I highly recommend a no buy challenge to help you determine what you really want or need.

@ThisEditedLife 18 күн бұрын

Yes I think those challenges would be really helpful for that! ☺

@carolinewatson4688 18 күн бұрын

I’m doing a ‘no buy clothes’ year- doing well so far, now we are into May. I’m more resourceful with the clothes I have, putting different combinations together!

@RosaGrau2014 24 күн бұрын

I hate used clothes. But I make clothes last for decades.

@ThisEditedLife 24 күн бұрын

That's great. I also have clothes that have lasted me many years ☺

@karinhart489 22 күн бұрын

My mom used to buy material at yard & estate sales to sew clothes. While I personally don’t make clothes, I do mend close to get more wear out of them.

@johaanah 7 сағат бұрын

I do this by buying classic good quality pieces that last for years - they don’t go out of fashion and last well, I do also use Vinted to pick up jeans, beauty products and other items, quite often new - the skin care is always new and at least half price

@sct4040 Ай бұрын

I do the reverse of meal planning, we do have a rotation of meals, but now I plan my meals with what is on sale instead.

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

That's a great idea :D

@txspacemom765 Ай бұрын

I've always been frugal. I have always been hyper aware of waste and try to reduce as much as I can, or just don't by or use it. I don't pay for any apps or streaming. Books are my friends! It never bothered me that I wasn't keeping up with trends. I live a pretty decent life. I call my life curated and I love all the things I have, but I am not a weekly or even monthly shopper.

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I love the word 'curated' - it captures intentionality really well 😊

@debc315 21 күн бұрын

We refuse to pay for grogramming for tv

@9FatraBbits Ай бұрын

Because of rising food costs I’ve actually stopped buying quite a few things completely. I admit I had become used to buying what I liked or buying a variety of same items. Did I really need it all? No. Was I over-buying? Yes. So less turned out to be okay, do-able. It’s true some things I gave up I just can’t afford anymore but re-evaluating what I actually needed saved me money and helped me adjust to changes. Thanks for the thoughtful ideas.

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment! I agree that taking time to assess whether we really need things can help us get clearer of where we're spending unnecessarily.

@johnurban7333 22 күн бұрын

You have to upgrade your phone when it stops getting security updates

@gavinlocke5980 24 күн бұрын

What you say is so true Buy second hand and save. Good advice. Second is amazing.

@ThisEditedLife 24 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@gavinlocke5980 21 күн бұрын

Great advice I'm mortgage and debt free live an amazing life and so grateful for the lessons I've learned one of them was buy second ✋

@NurseontheRun149 16 күн бұрын

My Daughter gifted me a Ninja Speedy and I live alone and use this every day-cook most of my beals in this.🌹

@ThisEditedLife 16 күн бұрын

Yes, I love my Speedy!

@margottomasik2108 18 күн бұрын

I like to cook meals for 2-4 days and freeze some. I always have 2 kinds of soups in my fridge. For the last few years we travel together with another couple, we share comfortable Airbnb, we cook together and always look for great deals.

@ThisEditedLife 18 күн бұрын

Batching cooking saves so much time in the week, and it's great you can find bargains when you go on vacation 😊

@972Mockingbird Ай бұрын

I love thrift store shopping! I have actually turned a few of my friends into thrifters, too!

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

That's great! My mum and I used to go a lot when I was younger - we loved all the bargains!

@rubylimey7614 17 күн бұрын

An garage sales!😃

@Larrye123 21 күн бұрын

I love that she recommends regular maintenance on her car. Change all your fluids regularly. Change the antifreeze yourself and save more money. The dealer just cleans and de acidizes your antifreeze and puts it back in charging you 4 times as much. Change your brake fluid, too. This removes water from the brake system and guarantees you have a good brake pedal and no rust in your system. Your calipers will thank you. You can change all the fluids yourself or with a neighbor saving yourself hundreds and prolonging the life of your vehicle.

@daveo9844 Ай бұрын

I don’t use heating or cooling in the house. I walk to the shops. I rarely eat out. I buy a packet of chips (as a treat) and divide it in half so it lasts twice as long 😂

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

Love this! I try to walk when possible - you save on transport and it's great exercise at the same time ☺️

@daveo9844 22 күн бұрын

@@softsophisticate I’ll take that onboard. Thanks ☺️

@laurapearson3370 15 күн бұрын

Your single

@RaeC5280 Ай бұрын

So true about the "brand name" foods. I nearly always buy the store brand, and there are a few that I find actually taste better than the brand name one. ❤

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

Yes, I'd agree with that! ☺️

@janetstonerook4552 Ай бұрын

However, stores like Wal-Mart here in the U.S. have gotten sneaky and have upped the costs on their store brands. Just be sure to check costs! They are not always the best value. Keeps you on your toes! 😲

@leeanagrant860 29 күн бұрын

So true

@valerierogers9609 21 күн бұрын

I grew up with the philosophy of take care of the pennies and the dollars will take care of themselves. Made cents to me 😉

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

🤣 very good!

@np1663 20 күн бұрын

A big eye opener for me was deciding to go on a diet because I was becoming overweight. Keto was fantastic. I then tried carnivore. I feel and look better than ever. I save so much on food shopping now. I also eat much less as I’m not getting hunger cravings from eating processed rubbish.

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

Well done on your weight loss, and for the financial savings you're making too! 😊

@np1663 20 күн бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife Thank you!

@lunadeloba 13 күн бұрын

Im very frugal too, since 2 years ago. This gives me too much tranquility and helps me to save a lot of money, its also a more sustainable way of life. Greetings from South America

@ThisEditedLife 13 күн бұрын

I'm glad frugality is working well for you! Greetings to South America from the UK 😁

@johnurban7333 22 күн бұрын

I like how the word cheap has changed to frugal. I’ve been frugal my whole life but was always called cheap

@ThisEditedLife 22 күн бұрын

Perhaps it's a shift in attitudes, especially with how things are at the moment.

@lyndabelknap8367 21 күн бұрын

Being generous and giving is a way better way to live. You will not be here forever.

@user-tk1xd9js1z 21 күн бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife The same with buying second hand. It's totally OK nowadays but not long ago it was frowned upon.

@ThisEditedLife 21 күн бұрын

@@user-tk1xd9js1z yes, my Mum and I used to go to the charity shops when I was a child. I never really told anyone my clothes were second hand because it was something you'd be made fun of.

@orvilleclisby6748 15 күн бұрын

We only buy food and pay for utilities. We have some savings in precious metals.

@user-gm1kl6xy4m 2 күн бұрын

Same I prefer spend extra on groceries then buying take away

@gailjohnson6670 20 күн бұрын

Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching 😊

@TheBlueOwl21 Ай бұрын

I am ultra frugal (I didn’t used to be) yes, 90% of my groceries are the shops own brand, they are significantly cheaper and I cannot tell any difference. 👍

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

I remember first hearing about buying store brands from the moneysavingexpert forums. I picked up so many frugal tips from people there :)

@mamat792 25 күн бұрын

Love to see at least 5 of your staple meals. Thanks for sharing!

@ThisEditedLife 25 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching! 😊

@enrikodavidovs7448 19 күн бұрын

Being born in ex ussr country all of this was very common. When I lived in UK I was surprised how frivolous people could be with their money. Take outs, taxis, expensive holidays. I always was like we earn same. How do they afford it. And later I realized they all were borrowing money in one or another form.... ❤

@ThisEditedLife 19 күн бұрын

Yes, it's certainly not sustainable over the long term.

@mr.mrs.t.9292 Ай бұрын

Another great video, thank you. Preparing your own meals both for home and work is a huge cost savings . Cut down on driving that uses gas /petrol. Plan your trips in advance so that you bundle tasks during the same time at remote location. One trip to a part of town vs three trips during the same week to the same part of town reduces amount of gas/petrol you use. You will be blown away by how much money this saves you plus the wear and tear on your vehicle which equates in a higher probability of lower vehicle repairs. Keep up the great content. Huge fan from over the pond.😊

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

I'm so glad you're enjoying the videos, and thanks for sharing your tips! I love the idea of taking one trip to cover a few things, rather than taking three separate trips. It's so satisfying to get multiple things done at once, which help save time and money 😊

@brianmeegan6384 24 күн бұрын

Love your philosophy and videos. Wish I met someone with your practices !

@ThisEditedLife 24 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! 😊

@DLG24 Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Your introduction reminded me of my life. Luckily, I've also decided to be more frugal with money. It helps to learn from people like yourself.

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I learn a lot from the comments I receive too - it's great that we can learn from one another ☺️

@DLG24 Ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife perfect✌

@EggHallatt 29 күн бұрын

Great video, and best of luck with your house move!

@ThisEditedLife 29 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

@Tasty_Light Ай бұрын

FRUGAL WITH BOTH TIME AND MONEY. As per Smartphones I am using my family member's used phones ever since. I own a a couple of Trekk pants and T shirts combination of which I can use anywhere from college to home to any party/function and off course for hiking/trekking for which these are originally made and I call it OMNI [ Multipurpose ]. My friends are impressed by this concept and they appreciate it. It not only saves money but also saves a lot of time because we do not have to be confused and think about what to wear for different events or ocassions or environments. "I am frugal with not only money but with time also " And I love this video off course 🥰🥰

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment! I love the fact you use your clothing for multiple situations. I'm trying to reduce my wardrobe even more because I still think I have too much choice!!

@Tasty_Light Ай бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife yeah. Seriously you would feel very light and ease in your mind when you keep your wardrobe simple

@ebikescrapper3925 21 күн бұрын

Tips. All chemicals have a dilution rate, ask the manufacturer for it. Measure how much water goes into your mop bucket. Then work out how much cleaning chemical you need in the bucket, write this figure on a piece of paper, stick it to the side of the mop bucket and cover it with sellotape to keep it dry. Do a spreadsheet that calculates how much your expenses are per month, six months and yearly. Add ten per cent to the monthly (if you get paid monthly) total as an emergency fund Ask coffee roasters and other store for big plastic bags, the coffee roasters get the beans in big bags, they are good for bin bags.

@ThisEditedLife 21 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for your tips! ☺

@dawnkeckley7502 23 күн бұрын

Nearly my entire wardrobe (which is extensive because I enjoy clothes) is from Poshmark or Thredup. I rarely buy new.

@ThisEditedLife 22 күн бұрын

I much prefer buying used if I can ☺️

@bikeman123 20 күн бұрын

Live within your means if you can. Theres no point living frugally and dying with a large bank balance.

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

Definitely - we need to enjoy it while we have it. We can't take it with us 😊

@deborahgregg7455 Ай бұрын

Excellent video again, great advice, thank you. I think being frugal can be seen by some as a negative thing, like you're being tight or miserly. But to me it's about living thoughtfully, making sensible decisions, avoiding wastefulness and unnecessary purchases, making a little effort to take care of what you have, and enjoying the satisfaction of appreciating the value of the things you need and own.

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

Hi Deborah, thank you! I love your description of being frugal; it's so much more than being 'cheap' 😊

@richardtidd2738 16 күн бұрын

Get books, clothing, shoes and housewares at yard sales and estate sales.. Only pay retail for food and gasoline. Keep water, snacks and drinks in your vehicle. Avoid over- priced coffee shops and sit down restaurants. 64 years old, No debt. No car payments.

@ThisEditedLife 15 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing your tips! ☺️

@JastaAdventures 25 күн бұрын

I mostly buy used clothing and am getting in the habit of maintaining a general idea of my cost per wear. This mindset informs my purchase choices. For example, I am unlikely to pay $150 for a dress I will only wear at one special occasion. Instead, I will thrift or borrow a dress, or add accessories to a regular dress to glam it up. Also, if you find a used item in good or great condition, you can get to a low cost per wear quickly and the item may last for years. Finally, I have been buying quality natural fabrics and brands that have a fairly small but devoted following, making it possible to resell my own garments while retaining much of the original value.

@ThisEditedLife 25 күн бұрын

I really like that concept of 'cost per wear'. I've bought items (used and new) that I've had for 10+ years that have plenty of wear. It's a great idea to thrift or borrow something that may not get much use :)

@lynnienorris5776 2 күн бұрын

Good Girl... "YOU DONT NEED ALL OF THAT CRAP"

@eileenkung5839 4 күн бұрын

Frugal is good.i have only 30 cloth.

@teresitap5778 17 күн бұрын

We meal prep (batch cook) weekends & pack otr lunches at dinner time, eliminating morning stress ❤

@ThisEditedLife 16 күн бұрын

I do the same with my lunches - I don't want to be stressed in the morning!

@schavda20 14 күн бұрын

Great video. Thank you for all the tips. My tip is rather than buy used to just dig out something suitable from my wardrobe that works. Also, I dont care about wearing the same time over and over again as long as it's still wearable. I previously would buy things to avoid wearing the same time more than once or twice, but now I just dont follow that. 😊

@ThisEditedLife 14 күн бұрын

That's a great tip, thank you for sharing ☺️

@LarisaC. 21 күн бұрын

It helped me to keep a spending diary. For everything I spend, I note the amount but also if I’m happy with the expense. Quite a few purchases were too small, not to my taste, not refundable. Or I could have bought it second hand (window vac) or cheaper in a different shop. Very helpful.

@ThisEditedLife 21 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing, that's a great tip!

@geertstroy 22 күн бұрын

My T shirt today is 33 years young and going great . My shoes are 10 years and vibrant... never worn in the home . My Toyota is 12 years , clean it and it is as new. Etcccc.... debt free , retired 54 years , nice bungalow , no terraces in town , no restos , as experience forgotten in an hour... buttt seen the World....

@ThisEditedLife 22 күн бұрын

Love this, thanks for sharing ☺️

@techfyi 19 күн бұрын

I envy you! I am still working at an investment banking firm. We are frugal but need to save $ for our adult children and their future. Paid their college tuitions; chipped in with their house down payment. All big ticket items ! Still enjoy working and getting paid well.

@carollynt 11 күн бұрын

Restaurants

@Thescreen1711 3 күн бұрын

That is amazing! I also heard people had their cars for years. Do you recommend Toyota being durable one of the brands?

@annsuo3398 Ай бұрын

My frugal habits are pretty much the same other than owning a car or having had the habit of buying newest phones. I've actually been crossing my fingers that my current one would serve me another year or two. I've had it about three years now and four is my record so far with smart phones 😄

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

That's good going! I'm a bit suspicious that companies deliberately make phones so they slow down around the time of upgrading, as a way to get people to buy another one!!

@sct4040 Ай бұрын

My iPhone 7plus was purchased in 2016 and it’s still working fine. FYI see KZfaq videos on optimizing your smartphone.

@annsuo3398 Ай бұрын

@@sct4040 Thank you for the advice!

@diegosantana4924 29 күн бұрын

I’m frugal too ❤

@olgamelo676 29 күн бұрын

You are fully right! Me too, i buy and prefer to buy used clothes! We can find real tresours!! Very expensive itens. Now, i am more cons ient of my finances.

@ThisEditedLife 29 күн бұрын

I love getting a good bargain when it comes to used clothes!

@melaniefraser8827 20 күн бұрын

I’ve just found your channel and I could literally have made this video myself! Like you in my early years I had quite a lot of CC debt and have learnt my lesson! I too am frugal in the same ways and it’s been amazing for our family

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

I'm glad you've come through it and that it's had such a positive impact 😊

@user-yd3jd2em8e 20 күн бұрын

spreadsheets are eye 👁️ 👁️ opening, you quickly stop wasting money ❤❤❤love batch cooking and baking. Agreed quality furniture is worth it, but you can find reduced items, if you research online, you remain patient, and know what you want❤❤❤ 🇨🇦

@ThisEditedLife 19 күн бұрын

I agree, doing your research can really pay off 😊

@tina8796 20 күн бұрын

I wish I'd been like this all my life. Wow. All the money I could have now. Instead I have a bunch of useless junk in drawers and closets and stuff I've donated to the Goodwill. I am frugal now because of the inflation problem and just growing up and realizing that I don't need hardly anything in my life. People waste so much money especially in the United States

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

Yes, I imagine I would have been in a much better position years ago if I'd never got into debt. However, I don't dwell on that - I made my decisions based on what I knew at the time. Now I'm older (and a bit wiser!) and I feel I'm in more control ☺

@dec1980 2 күн бұрын

You certainly can hold on to your andriod or iOS devices longer but be aware than tech companies use updates to downgrade upgradable devices.

@ThisEditedLife 2 күн бұрын

That doesn't surprise me!

@extrememinimalism Ай бұрын

My dad recently showed me the Motorola phones. They cost £300, compared to £800 for an iPhone. My only concern is the camera quality for my videos lol, but I think they look okay/enough, until and if I ever became a bigger KZfaqr. I love that it saved me money. Whats more, is that it was my dads 'spare' phone

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

That's great you saved money! Yes, if you're using the camera for filming I imagine you want to make sure it's decent ☺

@dougmacpherson2610 20 күн бұрын

My least favorite people to have as traveling companions are those who claim their frugality prevents them from spending money but hey are often happy to let me pay for their little excesses. Lunch is equal except that they had a $12 glass of wine and they “ don’t believe in tipping” so I get to absorb their wine and their tip.

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

Yes, I know a few people who prefer to split the bill equally, whilst ordering more than anyone else! I say upfront that I'll pay for my own!

@rowan7658 19 күн бұрын

More fool you then

@geetapoudel2592 25 күн бұрын

The only thing i still havent been able to do is thrifting clothes......Just that thought someone has already worn it doesnt sit right in my brain......But minimalism makes life simple.......More u want, more u have to work to meet those needs.😉😉😉

@ThisEditedLife 24 күн бұрын

I guess it's whatever feels comfortable for each individual. My mum and I used to go thrifting from my early teens, so I guess it's never bothered me about someone else wearing an item of clothing. We're all different, so I don't think we should force ourselves to do things if we really don't feel comfortable ☺️

@BoninBrighton 6 күн бұрын

When you buy in a store other people have tried it on before you so what’s the difference? Many thrift store items have never been worn!

@TimComley 12 күн бұрын

Invest in stock market early years of compound interest

@paulgreen1821 18 күн бұрын

A car is a huge drain on finances. If you live in a city then you really don’t need a car unless you are working in a trade. I do though get it is different in a rural area where public transport isn’t great.

@ThisEditedLife 17 күн бұрын

Yes, when I worked in London I didn't need a car. The transport links where I am now are not great at all, so a car makes things much easier.

@RosaGrau2014 24 күн бұрын

I do not buy anything that can only be used as decoration.

@ThisEditedLife 24 күн бұрын

Yes, I like things to have a function - multiple functions if possible!

@bgrecoverycoaching2536 20 күн бұрын

Hello. Nice informative video. Can you share your spreadsheet. I'm terrible at excel.

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

This website is great for budgeting and money-saving tips. There is a downloadable budget planner on this web page www.moneysavingexpert.com/banking/budget-planning/#spreadsheet

@bgrecoverycoaching2536 20 күн бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife thank you for the link.

@nzmoneykarma Ай бұрын

Sometimes I do teeter on the line of being frugal v being a total tight wad- I have to keep myself in check and make sure that I do spend $ occasionally as I find it very easy to never spend a cent

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

I agree that balance is key and like you, I have to be careful not to go too far one way 😊

@highlandlaura 23 күн бұрын

How do I get a sim card or used phone instead of getting a new phone? Where? My phone does not have a sim card.

@ThisEditedLife 22 күн бұрын

Hmm, I'm not sure to be honest. Is there anyone who sells refurbished sim-free phones?

@highlandlaura Күн бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife Thanks. I'll check.

@streaming5332 22 күн бұрын

You dont need a moblile phone. A landline is a lot cheaper.

@ThisEditedLife 22 күн бұрын

For me, it's about weighing up cost and convenience. I need a mobile so I can contact people (and they can contact me) when I'm not at home, and for that reason I couldn't rely on a landline.

@streaming5332 22 күн бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife You have an answering service in place, messages are left on it and it is reliable and free. I've never had a mobile, its a waste of money.

@ThisEditedLife 22 күн бұрын

@@streaming5332 I think it comes down to what fits with our lives.

@kerryburns1293 21 күн бұрын

I take any money saved over the month out in cash. No point in putting in savings as interest rates are pitiful and if your bank goes down your savings can be bailed in - i.e. you risk having them confiscated.

@ThisEditedLife 21 күн бұрын

Wow, really? I didn't know that.

@kerryburns1293 21 күн бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife Yes, absolutely. Last bail-outs were in 2008 during GFC.

@ThisEditedLife 21 күн бұрын

@@kerryburns1293 that's scary

@ms.carlson3904 25 күн бұрын

I never buy clothes - hardly ever - community centres in my city give them away for free and neighbours do as well.

@ThisEditedLife 24 күн бұрын

That sounds great when a community comes together to help one another ☺️

@Kantas_Kitchen Ай бұрын

But what about clothes if we have to go to office.we have to buy good clothes.

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

I do think it's possible to have nice clothes for work without spending a lot of money. If I need an item of clothing for work I try to buy second-hand instead of new 😊

@denisedejose718 24 күн бұрын

My neighbours call me “ the girl withthe designer clothes” and it made me laugh! Everything I buy comes from thrift stores and rarely cost more than $5

@ThisEditedLife 23 күн бұрын

@@denisedejose718 love that!!

@Joyce-id3dr Ай бұрын

I never and will never have an expensive cell phone. Total waste of money. Save gas by doing more than one errand when I am out and about. So many other frugal things I do,

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

That's great! ☺️

@emilyknowlton8602 21 күн бұрын

Most people work till they die.

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

Yes, a lot of people can't afford not to

@beckypetersen2680 19 күн бұрын

I've never known there was a stigma about buying non branded did items. Wow. Who even knows?

@ThisEditedLife 19 күн бұрын

There certainly used to be when I was younger (the 90s) but thankfully I think times have changed :)

@beverleyderby1536 21 күн бұрын

I am all for used items - BUT I recommend buying new when it comes to anything upholstered. I have heard horror stories about bed bugs. If they spread around your home, you will be spending a fortune to replace all the other items that get infested. SO NOT WORTH IT!!!

@ThisEditedLife 20 күн бұрын

I'd never thought of that. It makes sense!

@Nedxr777 18 күн бұрын

I insist on investing my hard earned wisely,…80% goes on Ale and Backy…, the rest I just waste on bills !

@ThisEditedLife 18 күн бұрын

Bills are such a waste, aren't they 🤣

@Nedxr777 18 күн бұрын

@@ThisEditedLife ONE LIFE….LIVE IT !

@lyndabelknap8367 21 күн бұрын

Frugal is just another word for cheap. I belong to a church and the cheap people hardly ever donate money. They always love to say that they give their time. Giving your time does not pay the bills today. They always avoid giving things unless they are used and don't want them. These people are always the first to go to anything free and not give back. They always think about saving and have turned money into their god.

@ThisEditedLife 21 күн бұрын

I think that frugal can mean different things to different people, and we can see that in their actions. I see it as being smarter, and less wasteful, with my money so that I can not only build security but also because I want to donate money to causes I'm passionate about.

@laetitialogan2017 17 күн бұрын

Look up,the definition of frugal...its not cheap...

@lyndabelknap8367 17 күн бұрын

@@laetitialogan2017 you can say whatever you want but all the frugal so called people I know are cheap and selfish.

@tuula9857 17 күн бұрын

I'm frugal, because I want to buy. I like nice things, and I save that I can buy them. To be frugal means that you can't buy anything. Sales are the most precious, to by buy even luxury stuff.

@ms.carlson3904 18 күн бұрын

I ride a bike and take public transit so I don't own a car.

@ThisEditedLife 18 күн бұрын

That's great 😊

@chrsitineadriaenssen6074 16 күн бұрын

I don‘t want to be frugal😂

@ThisEditedLife 16 күн бұрын

No one says you have to be!

@PruWaldorf 2 күн бұрын

This jyst irked me , because her lifestyle doesn’t sound particularly frugal to me it sounds pretty normal & most poor people live this way out of necessity ..I found the assumption that people have ‘spare money to save’ is a rather privileged one too as many people live this way ‘frugally’ but cannot buy new items for their home or afford to run a car…which i consider to be quite a luxury.

@ThisEditedLife Күн бұрын

It's an important point you make that there are people who live this way out of necessity. I recognise that I am privileged and can do certain things that other people can't. I address these topics in my video on toxic minimalism.

@user-xg4ue5cc2v Ай бұрын

Good video. Youre helping people get motivated during the most terrible administration

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

Thank you! I'm glad you found it helpful ☺

@Philippinesbound42 26 күн бұрын

What’s a trolly?

@ThisEditedLife 26 күн бұрын

As in grocery trolley, or "cart" ☺

@BuzbyWuzby 20 күн бұрын

Say 'Thrift' not 'Frugal' 🙂

@user-gm1kl6xy4m 2 күн бұрын

Eat left overs

@BrendaLochridge 10 күн бұрын

Be cautious buying used furniture, sometimes you bring bed bugs home. Their found in mattresses as well as furniture

@ThisEditedLife 9 күн бұрын

Good point!

@dusicazezelj9700 17 күн бұрын

Good on you, people, but somebody needs to support the economy, and you are definitely not helping 😂

@ThisEditedLife 17 күн бұрын

🤣

@Randy58-zn4ez 22 күн бұрын

I buy quality new products that last and I buy my car new but keep it 10 years or more.

@ThisEditedLife 22 күн бұрын

Yes, I do think it can save money over the long term to buy better quality items. I recognise that not everyone is able to do that, though.

@janetstonerook4552 Ай бұрын

I rarely eat out anymore and I make simple, healthy meals for myself at home. I try to avoid frequent grocery shopping.and make do with what i have in between trips out. And i always have a detailed list of foods and supplies with me when i do shop.

@ThisEditedLife Ай бұрын

I think lists are so important to help stick to a budget and ensure we use what we have. I love making simple meals - "simple" doesn't have to mean "bland" ☺️