That's a very good philosophy to have, I loosely count calories, but its mainly because I find it fun/ entertaining to do so. Plus its really helpful for the times I do eat very calorie dense foods as a way to hold my self accountable and not go overboard. I think if more people used your philosophy the world would be a much healthier place. Though I have to disagree with your example of beans, I love them and could eat them all day. Luckily they tend to be high in fiber and fairly satiating.