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Episode 1090, seven things you will never regret spending money on.

By Jennifer of simply fiercely.com.

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optimizing your life. Seven things you will never Spending Money on, by Jennifer of Simply Fiercely.com.

I think a lot of people equate being a minimalist to being frugal.

While this may be the case for some people, after all there is no one-size-fits-all rule for minimalism,

my own personal brand of minimalism is less about not spending and more about intentional spending.

For example, I may have kicked my mindless shopping habit,

but I'm not afraid to spend money on things that bring me joy

or add value to my life.

After all, minimalism is not about sitting in an empty house, counting your possessions

and your pennies.

It's about finding time and money to do more of what you love.

Here are seven things I never regret spending money on.

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