The only thing I don't always like about simple living is the increased awareness of every little choice I make all the time. It makes everything into a no-win scenario. I'm always giving up one thing in order to have something else, and I'm so cognizant of it.
alternatively it's a win-win scenario, either way you get to have something you like, you get to buy something you want now or have money in the bank say, both give some joy. Ok there are situations in life that are "no win" scenarios, where it's sucky choice versus sucky choice, don't get me wrong. I'm not trying to re-frame those situations. They suck, ok, case closed, end of story. It's just I'm not sure that's necessary for spending decisions. Maybe just make a choice and enjoy it fully, whatever it is (the item or experience or saving, or whatever). If everything feels like a "no-win" choice I'm not sure it shouldn't be more important to me to live for joy, than all that.