My Journey to Accepting and Prioritizing Dining Out in My Budget
I Tried and Failed to Cut Spending on Dining Out. Here's What I'm Doing Instead
Dining Out: A Habit Hard to Break
Dining out is one of my biggest expenses, outside of fixed costs like my mortgage. In the past, I've tried and failed to cut back on restaurant spending, realizing it's a habit hard to break.
Setting Up Spending Priorities
Accepting that dining out is a money priority, I made cuts to other expenses like clothing and entertainment to accommodate this spending goal.
Enjoying Life While Saving
Reallocating my spending allowed me to enjoy dining out guilt-free without sacrificing important financial goals. Prioritizing spending on what brings joy can lead to financial freedom and happiness.
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