Frugality is not a life of deprivation but a way to live well.

“we want to encourage others that frugality is not a life of deprivation”

Rhett admits that despite his general frugality, his passion for buying vinyl records is an exception that causes him to spend money he might otherwise save.

“I've always been really frugal. Yes, you have. I know I don't have to tell you this. I don't like to spend a lot of money on stuff. That's why I like to get the free things. But my record shopping habit- Mm … has kinda challenged that. It seems to have changed it.”

Strict frugality can be counterproductive and a waste of time when it requires excessive effort for minimal financial gain.

“you gotta push too hard if you want to save a lot of money you gotta push a little too hard and then when you and then and then and then you realize that you pushed a little too hard it was it's too much then you come back a little bit”