Happier With Less

I LOVE  reading stories on people who achieve financial independence. What these people have done for their financial lives is truly inspirational. What's more amazing is that most of these people who achieved financial independence never made over 6 figures in income. These people were marching to the beat of their own drum. They managed to shield themselves from materialistic pressure of society. I aspire to be like them. I believe they're happier in general too.

When I was younger, I thought being successful meant being able to afford expensive designer things. To me, part of being successful is looking successful. And I have to admit, having designer stuff does make me feel good about myself. I feel like I've climbed higher on a social ladder of sort. And honestly, I cared about what other people think. I certainly didn't want them to think I was poor. I didn't want them to think my their money is greener than mine. Looking back now, no one was thinking that, no one cared.

I started the no spending month as a way to kickstart my savings in 2016.  As a result, I'm happier now. Partly because my mindset has changed; my desire for having money for bigger things (like a house) over powers my desire for purses and shoes. I'm delaying instant gratification for something even better, financial independence. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I said no to a Chanel. Yup! I've changed.