I consider myself frugal (some say cheap) but here's some things I did/do that aren't frugal/cheap:

The creator taps into the relatable tension between wanting to be frugal and succumbing to convenient or enjoyable spending habits. The honesty and specific examples make the content engaging and shareable.

The creator shares several examples of spending habits that they consider not frugal, despite identifying as frugal. These include buying a new car that depreciated quickly, using DoorDash occasionally, drinking soda and alcohol, and prioritizing direct flights when traveling.