spend recap nightcap: I got a gig!

and a manicure 😬

Hello! I am really latching onto small wins right now, including taking on a new part-time freelance gig after months of mostly sporadic and inconsistent work. Yay.

As usual, I share these spend recaps for a bit of levity and to offer a peek into what my spending decisions, both good and bad, look like. Keeping track of what I buy is an interesting exercise in understanding what influences certain spending behaviors and how they correlate with my mental health.

I recommend trying it out!

Also, using today’s spend recap email to announce that this week, i’m attempting a no-spend week. If you’re interested in joining me, please do! I’ll be, naturally, documenting the experience on TikTok.

First up, as always, a look at the budget: