Mustachianism as pursuing only win/win situations...

[PtboEliz]

Hey everyone

In a recent clarifying post on this forum about the New Yorker article, Pete wrote:

"That was a long sidetrack story, but I feel it represents the difference between the deprivation of cheapness and Mustachianism, which means pursuing only win/win situations. For example a bike is better for you AND cheaper. Working harder instead of being lazy makes you happier AND earns you more money."

For me that phrase "pursuing only win/win situations" sure resonates. I've been appreciating recently, particularly in my working life, that I have some freedom to pursue opportunities that have such a double benefit (or even triple :) and avoid other situations that have some up side but also a down side.

Does this resonate in the same way for others?

[ketchup]

It applies to most DIY projects of any scope. 

Changing the oil in my car after 3,000 miles instead of buying a new car.  Win/win.

Replacing the screen on my front door myself vs hiring someone to do it or buying a new door saves me money and is far more satisfying.  Win/win.

Steeping actual tea instead of using the stupid Keurig at the office is tastier and cheaper.  Win/win.

Cooking up dinner myself is tastier, cheaper, more convenient, and healthier than dragging my ass to a restaurant.  Win/win/win/win.

Feeding our dogs a species-appropriate raw diet instead of kibble is cheaper, far healthier for the dogs, tastier and more mentally stimulating for the dogs, and makes the dogs produce far smaller poop in our back yard that disintegrates/decomposes within days.  Win/win/win/win/win.