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It's such a simple idea, but one that has taken me years to really learn — to get the most enjoyment out of the things you have, use them.
Poem on opting out
A while back I wrote a piece on Opting out of the money economy, a topic I've long been interested in. Because of that long inte
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Is it Time to Talk with your Parents?
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A better way to create a budget
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The Five Stages of Not Shopping
When people see us make a lifestyle change — even a positive one like frugality — their responses often resemble the Five Stages of Grief.
5 Ways to Make Extra Income Online Today
These five quirky websites can help you generate some extra income with skills and stuff you already have.
Buying (and Trading) on Etsy
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5 Best Online Brokerages
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5 Simple Ways to Cut Your Car Expenses
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