Category: Everyday expenses
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How I handle money in my relationship
Love is in the air. Valentine’s Day always increases conversations about relationships, dating and love. One thing people rarely discuss about relationships is their finances. I think this needs to change. So, to start the conversation I’m going to tell you how I handle money in my relationship. Every relationship is different, as are everyone’s […]
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How to save money on your weekly food shop
The cost of living crisis is growing at a worrying pace. Many people are looking to shrink their budget in any way they can. One way to do this is to save money on your weekly food shop – a large expense for most households. Saving money on your food shop can be a daunting […]
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The Twenty Percent –January progress
And just like that the first month of 2022 was over. January may have felt like it was never going to end, but we’ve finally made it. So, it’s time to look back at January and reflect on what I achieved. Overall, it’s been a successful month, but there’s still a lot I want to […]
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How to beat the cost of living increase in the UK
There’s been a lot of talk about the cost of living increase in the UK recently. As inflation increases and our bills go up, our budgets are being stretched further and further. Unfortunately, there’s only so much you can avoid these increases. There’s only so far you can reduce your expenses. However, it’s likely you […]
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5 ways to beat the Monday blues
A lot of us talk about the ‘Sunday scaries’ and the ‘Monday blues’. The thought of going back to work after the weekend and getting back into our normal routine is rarely appealing. You may not ever be jumping out of bed at the sound of your alarm clock on a Monday morning, but you […]
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How improving your sleep can make you more money
Today (January 3rd) is the Festival of Sleep Day. I’ve always been a big fan of sleep, so I thought the day should be marked. I also believe improving your sleep can make you more money. Having suffered with chronic fatigue, I understand the importance of getting enough rest and how lacking energy can impact […]
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The Twenty Percent 2021 review
And just like that, 2021 has come and gone. It was the first full year of The Twenty Percent too. Like many of us, I’m not too sorry to see the back of it. While 2020 was bad, 2021 brought more anxiety, uncertainty, and confusion than I felt able to deal with. Fortunately, I surprised […]
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The Twenty Percent – November update
We’re in the last month of the year. 2021 feels like it’s been simultaneously the longest and the shortest year. This means it’s time for my penultimate monthly update of the year. Read on to find out what happened in my November update. Each month feels busier than the last at the moment, which probably […]
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Save the planet and your bank balance – boycott Black Friday
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are fast approaching. What started off as a simple way to bag yourself a few deals and get ahead with your Christmas shopping, has fast become a rampant display of mass consumerism and mindless spending. This year, I’m urging you to boycott Black Friday. With the environment being such a […]
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How to deal with climate anxiety on a budget
COP26 has bought the climate emergency to the forefront of all our minds. No news bulletin is complete without a story about the environment. It’s vital these stories get this attention, but for some – myself included – it’s simply increasing their climate anxiety. It can feel overwhelming and I’m sure I’m not alone in […]
