I don't think so, saving is wasting even it was good ideas for future plan. It depends on what you mean by saving money. Saving is an important habit it will be so usefull at the right time. it helps to cover future expenses, managed financial stress, plan for vacation or more. It might motivate to save more and the main thing we don't have to dependent upon others when we need financial support  that saving will help and it will be the proud moment for yourself.