Budgeting 101

Curriculum Overview

This isn't about restricting yourself; it's about permission. In this section, you will learn how to use Physical Envelopes to stop impulse spending, analyze if Costco memberships actually save money for singles, and why focusing on small expenses like Lattes is keeping you poor.

Foundation

Cash Stuffing: The Physical Firewall

Digital numbers feel fake. Learn why switching to physical envelopes acts as a psychological firewall against impulse buying and helps you visualize your "Zero-Based" plan.

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Analysis

Costco for Singles: The Bulk Myth?

Is a $60 membership worth it if you live alone? We crunch the math on toilet paper, rotisserie chickens, and the hidden "impulse traps" of bulk buying.

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Mindset

Stop Cutting Lattes (Focus on Big Wins)

You can't frugality your way out of bankruptcy by skipping coffee. Learn to attack the "Big Three" expenses (Housing, Transport, Food) that actually move the needle.

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