Sticking to one's aim to build up wealth requires persistence, as I have mentioned in my last post. I know I have discipline, but I also know if I insist on doing things my way all the time, I may end up with no friends and everyone would probably find me a bore.
I found out the only way to stick to one's financial plans, without hurting relations, is to do it with patience. If you "arm-wrestle" your friends and family to follow you in your spending habits, not only will it not last, it will also strain relationships. Discipline reigns in being a parent too, consistently leading by example. No use teaching your kids to be frugal when you yourself spend with little consideration.
Pressure to spend money exists everyday. I find that the best way to persist in our own spending plans ...