Why most budgets fail (and how to make yours work)

Let’s be honest — “budgeting” sounds about as fun as a dentist appointment.
Most people try it, get frustrated, and quit a few weeks later.

But here’s the truth 👇
It’s not that you’re bad at budgeting…
It’s that traditional budgets are too strict.

They tell you things like:

That’s not freedom — that’s financial jail.

Real budgeting isn’t about punishment.
It’s about control — knowing where your money’s going so you decide what matters.

Here’s what actually works:
✅ Keep it simple.
✅ Focus on big wins (housing, food, transportation).
✅ Leave room for fun — guilt-free.

Because a budget you hate won’t last.
But one that fits your life? That’s sustainable.

So this week’s challenge:

Next week, we’ll go over a simple formula that makes budgeting way easier — the 50/30/20 rule.

You’ve got this 💪

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