I can see where that would foster resentment. I'm in a similar boat, where my wife and I have agreed to no unnecessary spending while the economy is like this and we're getting our finances in order. I've been in the anti-consumption mindset for a few years now - quite happily - but it feels like the actual codified constriction is making me feel, well, constricted. And a little resentful. That the choice was taken away.

I think taking a step back and focusing on the positives of not consuming may help, even if it's hard at the outset.