Money & Career Mastery: Debt, Wealth, Family & Legacy

135. Question of the Day: How to Create a Budget That Works (Without Feeling Deprived)

Laura Sexton Episode 135

Tired of falling off the budget bandwagon?
Amanda from Ohio writes in with a question so many families can relate to: how do you stick to a budget without feeling like you're constantly depriving yourself—and how do you stay motivated when progress feels so slow?

In this Question of the Day episode, I break down simple, actionable steps for building a budget that actually works in real life… with two kids, surprise expenses, and all.

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • Why your budget keeps breaking—and how to fix it
  • The secret weapon category every real-life budget needs
  • How to stop saying “no” all the time and still make progress
  • When to choose hustle mode vs. lockdown mode—and how to decide
  • Creative ways to increase your income and stay motivated

Whether you’re just getting started or feeling stuck in a financial rut, this episode will help you shift your mindset, build a value-based plan, and make faster progress—without burnout.

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