I get tired just thinking about ways to save money. I'm not a big spender by any means, and my road to frugality begins and ends with one question "Do I REALLY need it and will it help me be happier or more productive?" (ok, that's really 3 related questions). I'd rather spend my limited brainpower in other ways. I also don't want to look back on my life and point to being cheap as a primary driver.

Perhaps yes, but it is must remember that you can be cheap and spend money when needed. The problem comes when you are always cheap and never not so.

I am cheap but I will spend money on things that matter. I will not buy something so cheap it must be replaced when more expensive would last longer.

Being cheap is not always buying as little as you need, but buying the things that truly matter and not frivolous.