SAVE A LOT of Money With The No Spend Challenge. Here's How!

[@jiysjourney]

My husband was a little harder to convince but now saw the effects of getting control of our spending and budgeting. Now we are a month ahead on bills and working on debt payoff. I want to thank you because your freebies are the first challenges I started. I didn't want to spend a bunch of money to save and 2sisterbees made it easy to start my journey to financial freedom! ❤

[@wendymcmullen9831]

We started NO eating out a month ago. And boy has that been an awesome experience!!! Meals are much healthier and definitely cheaper also!!!

[@2SisterBees]

Yes! I call it “working for myself”. Making meals at home is work, but I’m saving myself a lot of money !!

[@libbysworld7649]

I did dry and no spend January at the beginning of the month and it was awesome. I saved $300. I plan on doing that again.

[@BudgetingStudent]

I have just started my no spend challenge, it's been scary coz I don't trust myself to not spend It's like fasting, when I say I will fast that's when all the hunger just comes into my belly😂😂😂

[@AEvans36963]

Starting the habit of no spending and saving is scary to some people because they're not used to doing it. Self-discipline is required to establish new habits but it doesn't necessarily have to mean deprivation. Establishing specific financial goals first is important in changing how we handle our financial life. Since January of this year, I've averaged 14 no-spend days per month, but I don't feel deprived. I am debt free fortunately, so that really helps in saving more. It can be done. People have to believe that they can.

[@Mademj8008]

I started October 1 and I'm still going strong

[@2SisterBees]

Love it! 🙌💛

[@susiezepeda6465]

I jumped right in with 30 days when I started doing the no spend challenge in March after watching one of your videos. I do $1 for every day I don't spend. I average out to about $14 each month with a goal to go higher each month.❤

[@_rainey]

"If you wait until you're ready you'll be waiting for the rest of your life" - some random meme I saw on FB a few years ago. It was about running, but it applies everywhere I feel.

[@2SisterBees]

It definitely does! Just do it! Another running (Nike) classic! 🙌

[@louisefindlay8789]

I am committing to 31+ days, starting December 25 - Jan 31, my Christmas present to me, the start of my journey to becoming debt free

[@BeckyValkyrie]

Good luck! I'm also working on paying off debt in 2025.

[@tinyablake1593]

I'm on fixed income and because of you and a few other channels I paid off 3000 dollars of debt and have have a emergency fund now and some put in my envelopes I hate debt!! And it's hard with only 1 check a month because it has to last !!! I do it immediately as soon as my check hits lol

[@2SisterBees]

You are doing it right!! So proud of you! I know that took drive and sacrifice! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing! 💛💛💛

[@susanjohnson2690]

I just found this method of money saving, debt reduction, etc. I love this!!

[@melindachiasson6807]

I've started the 30 day challenge since October 1st... so faronly 4 days of spending🎉

[@2SisterBees]

Very nice!!! You’ll really see where your weak points are - it’s life changing.

[@sebbie9060]

My family and I had horrible spending habits. (we still do,) We are a working progress. We have never done a no spend challenge before, so we started with No spend week. My husband and I managed a week with ease (to our surprise) However, our eldest child 5 (has complex care needs and found the changes very challenging.) But with time our family will adapt to all necessary changes. We have now decided that this November, we are challenging ourselves to a no spend month.

[@2SisterBees]

Good for you guys! Sounds like you are all stepping out of your comfort zones and taking big strides to improve your spending ! So happy for you ! 💛

[@marylynmiller5158]

Great tips....i find i am more inspired if i write "No Spend #1", "No Spend #2", etc on my monthly calendar in my planner....i challenge myself to go just one more day each month...19 is my highest so far...now it's become a fun game to me. I also did "Shelftember" to use up my grocery stash and keep me out of the store.

[@2SisterBees]

That’s great! Just one more day!! I am going to do that, too! 🙌

[@jacquibain6821]

I’m start starting out just got a binder sort of set it up im going to do a 30 challenge and will add a money value to it so if I want to spend I have to save the moneyI know I have to go out to lunch tomorrow with my group and it will be a budget thing as I go out few times a month with this group

[@brendaproulx3052]

As always a great video Jen. Over the last 2 years I have done a No Spend a few times to put the money into a new bed. This week we researched 3 different types of companies, changed the original. We ended up spending less on the bed, got a new recliner & 2 free pillows only $200 more than what I planned, but had. What a great feeling to feel in control. I was gonna wait until January but you've motivated me to do it again and this time put the extra money into paying off a medical bill sooner. Thanks ❤❤

[@ruthking466]

Happy Wednesday Jenn 👋🏽 I’m still doing the pantry challenge and only buy fruit and fresh vegetables. I haven’t been out to eat since before c19.

[@2SisterBees]

Wow! That’s truly amazing! I hate to blame someone else BUT I honestly think if it were just me- I would never eat out. Jason does love his take out. I have curbed it A LOT but he still wins sometimes 🤣

[@LovealwaysSunny]

Thank you so much for this video. I always wondered how to do the "no spend" challenges and I keep seeing everyone doing it. I tried it once and because I felt I didn't fully understand, I didn't stick with it because I had bill, gas and groceries to get. Glad to hear that I don't have to include those! I am definitely going to give this another try. Thank you again!!

[@aimeehintz8245]

All I buy is essentials and it’s still gone in a day. Fingers crossed my car is fixed soon so I can work more

[@bananamilk8622]

Thanks for the great video! Gonna start the no spend challenge this November and December cuz I have a very big important spend this November and want save money so that I can easily replace it. My only exceptions are transportation and food.

[@mellisasherman14]

How do you use the no spend challenge page with the heart's and money symbol? And what is the envelope for?

[@2SisterBees]

Hi there ! So- you’ll want to commit to 1 month of no spending except bills and necessities. Give yourself an amount that you will save for each day that you don’t spend. So- say you choose $3. You’ll mark your days on the hearts. Maybe color spend day hearts - red And NO spend days hearts - green For every green heart, put $3 in your envelope and see how you do! If you don’t have your emergency fund yet, put it towards that and keep going until you have it all saved up! 💛🐝

[@shellymackey239]

Hi Jenn. I am 18 days into my 30 day no spend challenge. I have made my own rules, if I didn't budget it, I don't buy it. Which has been amazingly easy for me (I'm shocked). However, there is a sweater at Fred Meyer's that I want but 1. it's not in my budget and 2. it's 42.00 fricken dollars. So, it sits there mocking me. lol Oh, btw I haven't spent anything yet, and I'm doing a dollar a day. Have a great rest of your day.

[@2SisterBees]

That’s great!! Your doing awesome! I know that’s hard to tell yourself no - but after a while- it really does get easier. I’ve started to look at items as “junk” 🤣 It’s allllll junk! Hahaa

[@brendaproulx3052]

Tell somebody on your Christmas list you want it and have them buy it for you as a present. I sometimes put extra money per day in a No Spend or my Self Care challenges & if is still there after I'm done I might buy it .By then its been marked down or gone & I survived😊😊😊

[@shellymackey239]

@@brendaproulx3052 $42 is on sale. lmao That's the main reason it's still on the rack. haha

[@shellymackey239]

@@2SisterBees thanks Jenn

[@thestilltryingmama]

Fayfee and i are going to commit to one week of no ordering food in! We keep doing that because of convenience and we need to try to cut that out. 😊

[@2SisterBees]

That’s awesome! Proud of you two! 💛💛💛

[@samlynn2319]

I started couponing for my essentials, haven’t paid full price for anything in maybe 2 yrs now. I have saved so much that goes towards debt for now

[@2SisterBees]

That’s so awesome! I wish I could be better about coupons - I am actually trying right now for the first time! I haven’t used any yet- cause I haven’t been grocery shopping but I have downloaded apps and clipped some. I also want to pick up Sunday paper

[@angelpurcell3156]

Thank you! ❤ would love to print those out i am the type of as long as i see i will keep doing lol well on some stuff....you and sister have great idea ❤❤❤❤

[@getittogetherwithDee]

Starting this with a few rules simply because they are unavoidable this week. Going to attempt 30 days....

[@2SisterBees]

Glad to hear it! I know you will be amazed at what you can do. I know I was just floored at my behaviors once I was really paying attention. We just get so comfortable- be proud of yourself for being willing to see things and make changes in yourself. It will be worth it! 💛

[@GandLBudgetingBesties]

No spend challenge is definitely what I need to do. I started the no Etsy challenge for a month I have been obsessed (the struggles)😂 💖💖💖🥰

[@2SisterBees]

We all have moments like that! 🤣🤣 Proud of you for trying to do better! 💛✨

[@GandLBudgetingBesties]

@@2SisterBees Thank you 🙏🏼

[@sandrac4244]

Yes!🎉

[@2SisterBees]

It’s a game changer- I promise! 🤩

[@theeclecticmemah]

I'm going to comment to 7 days and if I go longer then all the better!

[@brandi1719]

Omg I just started doing a no spend challenge this week...great minds 😊❤🐝

[@2SisterBees]

Yay!!! 💛💛💛

[@Alaras21]

Thank you SO MUCH for this video!! My biggest problem is eating out because I doordash for a living and buying on Etsy after watching savings challenge videos. 😅

[@2SisterBees]

That would be hard. And Etsy seems to have everybody’s number! 😅

[@balindacavor4386]

I started doing no spends since this summer. I will continue as long as I can. I am on a mission to pay off my car by the end of next year. Tks Jenn 😊

[@EmilyT112]

Excellent information about starting budgets and it’s takes a hot minute to get it right!!

[@2SisterBees]

It sure does! I’m still learning! 🙌

[@ladydisaves]

Hello beautiful! I love your videos so much! You are so valuable to our community! Thank you for all you do to help us all budget and save money! I tend to overspend on hobbies and Goodwill. This video is jam packed with such good information! You are such an inspiration! Yes! When there’s an Oopsie just keep going!! Yes, don’t $10 and $20 yourself! Yes! Develop habits! Haha! Debt frickn FREE! 💥💥💥🎉🙌 Great video! I will commit to the end of October! Thank you Jenn! 🎉🤗

[@2SisterBees]

Thank you so much for your comment! 💛💛💛 Made my day! I know - you’re like me with the thrift stores! That’s a weak spot for me, too! 😅 Debt frickin’ FREE is right!! Hahahahaaaa🤣🤣🤣

[@brianneholmes6547]

Someone stole my credit card information so I do not have a credit card for a bit. Talk about a way to have a no spend, and evaluate what I have subscription wise.

[@laneystolba5630]

The veggie pizza was a new one for me !! Thank you ! And a tip that I do is when I bring home fresh veggies, I go ahead and wash, chop/ slice, and make them super easy to grab ! I have two toddlers and it makes it so much easier and we actually eat them before they go bad because it’s convenient!! Thank you !

[@2SisterBees]

Yes! This is a big one! If I just get it done and out of he way- I never regret it! 🙌💛

[@songbirdlyricz]

I'm going to roll the dice!

[@2SisterBees]

6! 6! 6! 6! 😂 The longer you do it- the more return you will see! 💛🐝

[@Ranii1000]

Ah scheduled spends. Yep I like it. I leave stuff in my cards for ages. Sinking fund cash stuffing I think for birthdays, beauty etc. Great tips as always!

[@MommaJs-tz2uz]

I am naming November, No Spend November! There are a couple things that I already budgeted the money for. My biggest problems are Dunkin, Amazon, and Coach Outlet! Thank you for the great tips!

[@brendaproulx3052]

I like the name No Spending November. Even though we're going into the next 2 months which can be very I've already budgeted for Thanksgiving and Christmas so I'm gonna try build up my 3-6 month ahead with a no spend & add extra $ in. Good luck we can do it😊

[@Winter_Babe_Saves]

I still owe myself for my no spend days from october❤

[@aprilbudgets]

The no spend has always been a challenge for me but I’m committing to a 30 no spend starting November 1st I’m going to make it so I only spend when it’s budgeted Thankyou for the inspiration ❤

[@shaundegilchrist5205]

I try to have 1 to 2 no spend days a week. I continue to put in $20 a week for savings challenges. I must remember to look and write what i need down bc that is another way i overspend. When i grocery shop that definitely helps with no spend. I have decided for every savings challenge i finish i will put it towards debt.

[@susanpacheco8318]

You are so correct. My phone is my enemy 🤣. Etsy and Amazon haunt me. It’s the only problem I have. I started a no spend this month and spent on a few days. I need to stop and this is it! 💜💜💜

[@2SisterBees]

Yes! Another comment said how she just challenges herself to “one more day” and I love that! Do one day …. And then say- just one more. It will become addicting! 🙌

[@kittyface7kat327]

Great video Jenn!

[@wendykasper5400]

Great info. I have been doing the NO SPEND days since the first of this year. 😊

[@someOtherTexan]

Love it! I don't struggle with Amazon thankfully. But I do like to save some purchase thoughts there. Instead of adding to cart, I use the list option. I have several different ones because you make your titles. You can even share if someone asks. I have a planner one, car items, things to check into, etc.

[@simplylivingsaves]

Listening while I take my puppy for a walk.

[@Ranii1000]

November 30 days. No online shopping! I don't do much but I'm tryng to get a month in wages. We are also between 2 houses.

[@2SisterBees]

You’ll see a difference- even if you aren’t a big spender. I spend very little now on “items” and I see a difference when I really buckle myself down to a No Spend.

[@SaveWithMeLaShondaD]

New subscriber!! I was looking into info on a no spend challenge yesterday. This was right on time!! Thanks!! I wanna go 30 days.

[@2SisterBees]

Hi!! Welcome to The Hive!! Glad to have you! 💛💛💛

[@SaveWithMeLaShondaD]

@@2SisterBees Thank you for the welcome!😊

[@jldeville1]

Thank you. This is a great eye opener.

[@2SisterBees]

I hope it helps ! 💛

[@bethbeckermeyer1732]

I try to buy on essentials

[@TrishaAnderson926]

Great video, Jenn! The beginning of your video totally hit home. My money is always gone immediately after getting it. I’m working on getting my budget straightened out and am committing to starting with a no spend weekend.

[@haileyreign]

Such great timing! I just decided this morning to do No Buy November! 😂 Quick question: Do you add the money you "saved" during the no/low buy to a particular savings? Or do you roll it over? 🤔 I spent 2 months tracking my spending & realized I have an issue with eating out more due to stress & when I skip planning my meals. This November, I'm really going to challenge myself not to eat out & to get back on my meal planning schedule (outside of Thanksgiving day)😊

[@2SisterBees]

Money that is not spent - is just rolled over. It’s money tha just stays with me instead of fluttering away. I would say eating out is a tough one for most. You’ll get better at it- keep going! 💛💛💛

[@ginamoffett1973]

Great video ❤ very helpful

[@2SisterBees]

Glad it was helpful! 💛💛

[@dawnlord4893]

How can I use the "No Spend" with a fixed income (SSI)??? Any suggestions???

[@tooziefaloozie]

Budget out what you need, set aside what you need and that's it! Plan and prepare. I'm shit at doing this 😢

[@2SisterBees]

You have to follow Dave Ramsey’s prioritized spending plan. Get paid. 1. Pay rent/ mortgage 2. Utilities 3. Car/ gas 4. Food 5. If you have anything left, you pay debt starting with smallest amount and work your way up to largest payment. 6. Anything left after that, savings.

[@dawnlord4893]

@@2SisterBees thank you so much. Just BEEing in the Hive has taught me so much,and still learning more. You guys are so awesome!!!!

[@denisemeyerhoff-qp9df]

Good Rule

[@DebbieRay64]

First, thank you for the great videos, I have recently started cash stuffing and am excited about this journey. I am also working on the No Spend challenge but was wondering if paying a bill that is past dues is considered spending. However, as usual watching your video has cleared up my questions. Thanks

[@2SisterBees]

Bills do not count as “spend days”. You have to pay those- I only count non budgeted purchases. Have you watched my Behind on Bills video? I just wonder if any of that info might help. 💛 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIXSmKOgfct5a7csi=jjlQwictK3tI-_vL

[@DebbieRay64]

@@2SisterBees I think I watched it but will probably watch it again to refresh my memory. Thank you.

[@jesuszubizarreta]

😂 gosh I just got back from excessive shopping and getting mcdonald's for the kids. Sooooo timely 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@2SisterBees]

Lolllll!!! I love your word “excessive” 🤣🤣

[@jesuszubizarreta]

@@2SisterBees it really was excessive but also we really *needed* last minute halloween stuff and then we saw christmas stuff that we wanted and it was a shenanigans snowball. 4 hours and too many dollars later I was thinking hmm 😂

[@brendaproulx3052]

Take a day or 2 and look at everything and ask yourself do we Really need it or do we already have some of the same stuff if so do like Jen says Return it (except McDonald's LOL)

[@jesuszubizarreta]

@@brendaproulx3052 lol yeah we need to definitely do these things. Too much impulse buying. I like to spoil my kids so it's hard 😂

[@rmparra1]

I love your content and will be trying a no spend challenge. I downloaded the no spend month envelope. I have 2 questions. what is your recommendations for setting the Goal Amount? Also, what am i stuffing the envelope with? Thank you

[@2SisterBees]

I would set something that you know you can accomplish if you just weren’t swiping that debit card so much! 😅 Maybe something like - I know I spend $10 a day eating out lunch. I can stop that and put that $10 in my envelope instead. If you do not use cash, transfer that $10 everyday into your savings account. The other thing is - you don’t necessarily have to “save” any money. Doing a No Spend is going to be savings enough. Believe me, you will notice the difference in your checking after 30 days. I was absolutely floored after doing my first one! Good luck and don’t hesitate to ask me any more questions you have. I’ll try my best to help you! 💛🐝

[@rmparra1]

❤

[@susanpacheco8318]

Im commuting to no spend for 30 days

[@2SisterBees]

You can do it! 💛

[@denisemeyerhoff-qp9df]

Hi Jenn

[@cynthiahill5237]

30 days! 😬

[@2SisterBees]

You can do it! 💛

[@lenabellamy1262]

30 days.

[@2SisterBees]

30 will be awesome! You’ll see some great results!

[@joannam.9276]

💚

[@2SisterBees]

💛

[@Ranii1000]

Pantry challenge?

[@2SisterBees]

Eat all the food you already have. Try to build new meals off of what is in there.

[@kellyO960]

I need a no spend for etsy. Everyone has such cute challenges😂

[@2SisterBees]

I think a lot of people have a problem with Etsy- it’s all so personalized! 💛

[@MischiefInMotion]

Same here! Etsy spending is worse than Amazon for me!

[@denisemeyerhoff-qp9df]

Eat out bad here 😂

[@J8lv]

Buying a car because at the end of 10 months I will be working away from home ..

[@denisemeyerhoff-qp9df]

Tuse payday 😊

[@melodycabe2881]

14 daya

[@jesuszubizarreta]

Alright Gung ho time. I'm challenging myself to 30 days of NO SPEND only 4 walls only other exclusion is my kids get their allowances to spend still (comes out of my paycheck) same with my cute wife she still gets her stipend😂 I won't tell her how to spend... as she says YOU'RE NOT THE BOSS OF MEEEEE 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@2SisterBees]

You can do it!! I have a feeling you’re going to see a nice savings when you are done! I love Maria! 🤣 I say the same thing to Jason!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jesuszubizarreta]

@@2SisterBees Maria is definitely her own person 😂 I can't tell her anything 😂

[@southerngirl3756]

Nice video but was boring

[@2SisterBees]

Hahaa! Love that honesty! 🤣

[@Anne_Myriam_]

@@2SisterBeesthey are the one who’s bored for leaving such mean comment under someone’s video that they don’t even know . This video was very informative and useful to a lot of other people. This user should remind themselves that if *you don’t have anything nice to say , please be quiet* Thank you for an amazing video. 🙏🏾

[@AfterBudgeting2307]

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