It doesn’t matter how much you cut back – if you don’t get smarter about the money you do spend, you’re just playing defense. So instead of constantly trying to spend less, let’s talk about how to spend better. 1. Stop Looking for the Cheapest Option (Look for the Best Value) Many people ...
Potentially Unpopular Opinion Alert The other day, I saw a video of a woman twirling around her spotless, Pinterest-perfect kitchen, singing and dancing about how she gets to be home on a random Tuesday because, in her words, “my husband isn’t a loser.” Now, I can only assume she was actually ...
Why I’ll (Almost) Never Split the Bill Evenly at a Restaurant I’ve been seeing this trend pop up online lately where people are advocating for splitting the restaurant bill evenly among friends, no matter what each person orders. And honestly? You’re not going to convince me. Not ever. Now, ...
What if saving money felt as exciting as a spontaneous splurge? Instead of waiting for the “perfect time,” you treat saving like an impulse – quick, satisfying, and guilt-free. Here’s how to rewire your mindset and make saving feel just as rewarding. 1. Save the Second You Say “I ...
Being broke is often more emotional than mathematical. It’s living with constant financial stress, relying on “next time,” and hoping something just works itself out. But being stuck in that loop doesn’t have to be permanent. Sometimes, it’s a matter of breaking a few bad habits. ...
Here’s a thought… 1. You’re cutting too much of the things you actually enjoy Saving money will always feel like suffering when your first instinct is to slash all the things that make you feel human.So no more coffee runs, no Friday night takeout, no comfort purchases. But that’s ...
Everyone loves hearing that they’re doing better than they think – and I’ve even done videos like this because it can really put things in perspective. But let’s be honest, sometimes we can get a little delusional and need a reality check. Staying afloat doesn’t always mean you’re ...
For a lot of you, the issue isn’t that you don’t make enough money. Let me say that again: it’s not that you don’t make enough money. Sometimes, it’s about knowing exactly where your money is leaking. Because the big bills aren’t always the villain – often times it’s ...
Everyone says they want to save more money – but saying it and doing it are two different things. It’s easy to set a goal like “I want to save $5,000 this year,” but if you don’t change how you manage your money day to day, that goal stays a wish. Saving doesn’t just happen because you ...
You might think you’re “managing” your money – but are you actually managing it, or just reacting to it? Because winging it isn’t always obvious. It doesn’t mean you’re irresponsible or don’t care. In fact, a lot of people who are winging it think they’re doing okay because the bills ...