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Episode 3093:

Julianna Poplin explores the often-overlooked tension between simplicity and frugality, sharing her journey from obsessive bargain hunting to more mindful consumer habits. She encourages listeners to consider the true cost of “cheap” purchases, including time, stress, and clutter, and offers reflective questions to help find a balance that aligns with their values.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.thesimplicityhabit.com/how-to-balance-simplicity-and-frugality/

Quotes to ponder:

"You are going to pay with something. It will typically either be time or money."

"Frugality ceases to be an asset when you are buried under a pile of bargain items."

"It isn’t frugal to buy unnecessary items no matter how inexpensive they were."

Episode references:

The Minimalists (Joshua Fields Milburn quote): https://www.theminimalists.com/

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