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An Update on My Shopping Ban: Six Months In
Back in January I set the goal that I wouldn’t buy any new clothes for entire year, and I’m happy to report that so far I have been able to stick with it! Along the way, however, I have made a few discoveries that were a bit surprising, and I’m excited to share them with you.
Fitting Self-Care into Your Budget
When you’re looking through your monthly budget, you may feel like there is no room for anything extra in you life. You may feel like if it’s not essential it has to go. You may feel like life on a budget is tedious and boring, and if that’s the case, your budget will fail. It may not be today, and it may not be tomorrow, but living in a state of “no” is not sustainable. That’s where self-care comes in.
3 Ways to Curb Your Online Shopping
We all have unique spending triggers and different ways we like to spend money. Whether it’s ordering baby diapers on Amazon or shopping for a new dress to wear for a friend’s wedding, online shopping can often be a little too convenient. If you struggle with keeping your online shopping in check, here are a few tips to help you curb your spending habits.
My Personal 2018 Spending Challenge
Today I’m getting personal in the hopes that by sharing one of my goals for this year, I will hold myself accountable and maybe even inspire some others to challenge themselves in the process. In 2018 I have given myself an interesting challenge and I’m so excited to tell you more about it.
Three Dangerous Retail Practices That Can Cost You
Retailers are attempting to keep their sales up by making it easier and easier to pay for items, and it’s not hard to get sucked into these traps if you’re not paying attention. To help you make wiser spending decisions we’ll highlight three financing methods and what you should look out for.
Making the Most Out of Your Mid-Month Budget
You started the month with the best intentions, you put together a realistic budget, spent the first week packing your lunches, and were feeling good about things. Then life happened. Here are a few things you can do to get through the mid-month budget fatigue and salvage what’s left of your month.
Four Habits That Can Save You Money Every Day
Need some help finding new ways to save money? Here are four habits that can help you get a little closer to your ultimate financial goals, whatever they may be.