#19: Friends in High Places
Friends are an important part of life, and a lot of times we gravitate toward people who have similar values and lifestyles. The friends you choose to surround yourself with will influence you no matter what, so it’s always good to be aware of how your friends may be forming your outlook on life and the world. If you’re looking to live a more frugal lifestyle, it sure as heck is easier to do if your friends are trying to do the same.
It can be hard to save money and live simply if your friends are constantly going out and dropping huge amounts of cash on material things like clothes and cars. There’s nothing wrong with that if that’s how you want your life to be, but it can be hard if you’re trying to change your spending habits. Be mindful of how your friends react to your frugalness. If they’re not supportive, maybe have a heart-to-heart with them- or get some new friends…