It's nice that we can pick and choose and wax poetic about things - because we have the choice. I am guessing we all have enough to eat and a roof over our heads. Makes the old ways seem nostalgic and romantic. There are a bunch of YouTubers who live like it is 1940 or 1950. And they use modern technology to produce content and probably make money. I don't think it is a badge of honor one way or the other. If someone's finances, physical limitations and desires all mesh, that is wonderful and carry on. One size does not fit all.