Do you think being disciplined with money and food is difficult?

[jennifer_bloom]

I bought a bunch of food to eat when my family and extended family go to Las Vegas without me for a week - I was encouraged to go but did not want to because I wanted a one week break from seeing my family all the time. And I was tempted to eat it now cause it tastes so good but I know eating it early will penalize me. Same - I have 5 things I want to buy and buying them all at once will save me the trouble of counting money every week but I know buying it all at once will put me into debt so I might have to space it out for months and weeks at a time.

[Leapfrog00]

It can be a challenge. I think the economic downfall and inflation play key factors. You could get a calendar and whatever you can't afford right now, write down the items you want to buy in future months on the calendar. That way you'll know when you can afford the items.

With the food, you could plan your meals ahead. That's what I do. I often find myself running out of food a few days before I can buy more, and what I do sometimes is stretch them out, and eat later in the day.

A calendar helps with management though. Most cell phones have them too, so you could even use your cell phone calendar if you have one.

[KimmyKimchi]

Omg yes lol if I have snacks in the house I'm gonna wanna eat them all rn 😂

It's definitely easier to buy as and when you need it rather than all at once