Can if we adjust lifestyle.

I can save 2k a month with 8k salary.

But now my wife not happy, i might reduce saving.

Few months ago, my wife and i had a disagreement about buying a new car.

She wanted a new model of X50, while i preferred a more affordable Proton Saga.

The discussion turned into a heated argument because she think that better car have better quality and last longer.

The X50 installment could eating up my entire monthly saving, and i eventually dropped the idea of buying a new car, opting to continue driving my old livina instead.

Too frugal is not good oso. I understand your wife POV.

You are only in your 30's once. Yes, saving is important, but you also need to allocate some of your current money to have a bit of fun. You will not get back the time and energy today.

That is why I sign up for all the A races and travel to my preferred place before I get old or busy with kids , having no regrets.

What use for the saved up money if you are already old age when your body are not cooperating anymore.

The tricky part though is balancing , not too much YOLO but not too frugal. This however needs discussion with your wife and managing expectations.

3rd option
Make more than 8k, it’s a legit answer

trust me. the greed doesn't end, and you will still be unhappy.

Lol .. u suffer more in sg .. can hardly save up and often low-ball.