I live way below my means.
I've seen far too many people make emotional decisions when the markets drop.
They panic because they have an image & lifestyle to maintain.
Don't be a slave to what others think about you - focus on building wealth, not looking rich.

Years ago, me and a friend went on a Couples trip together.
His business was going through a rough patch. Despite that, he insisted on staying in the Park Hyatt.
He probably spent $4k that week. He felt the pressure to keep up appearances for his girlfriend & Instagram.

My business was too at the time.
But I stayed around the corner in a cheaper AIRBNB.
I downsized my life without shame - all the money I saved was re-invested back into the business.
That firepower (and mental energy saved) made my business profitable again.

This is a reason why I want to be pseudonymous.
I don't want to feel trapped in a modern prison of "keeping up with the Joneses."
Just follow me because you like the way I think - not because of what I drive, or what trips I go to.