I was reading something on frugality last night, and I thought I'd pass it on. It applies to MGTOW, but it has broader application, too.

An old mentor told this man, whenever you're faced with two options, one simple and one more complicated, it's generally better to pick the simple option. The simple option is the easiest, and it usually turns out to be the most efficient. It also usually turns out to be the one that causes the least stress. "Never underestimate simplicity," he said.

I thought that was a wise idea. Whenever faced with two options, one simple and one more complex, pick the simple one. It will be easier, less stressful, and more effective.

I believe that is true of my decision to forgo romantic-sexual relationships with women. Going MGTOW is the simpler option, and, in my experience, it has been easier, less stressful, and more efficient than pursuing romantic-sexual relationships with women.

I see that rule applying to many other areas of my life as well -- choices in friendships, activities, investment choices, reading material, exercise, food, purchases of all sorts, housing.

I've followed voluntary simplicity (minimalism) for over 20 years now, so this isn't new. I just liked how this guy put it.

Faced with two options? Pick the simpler one.