What I Spend In A Week As A 25 Year Old Minimalist

After watching these videos for a long time, I finally decided to make one of my own. So here’s what I spend in a week as a 25 year old minimalist (oh, and I’m married, so this is just naturally going to include what my husband spends too 😉)! Hope you enjoy! 🤍
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[@AshlynneEaton]

Have you ever tracked what you spend in a week? What did it come out to? Or is that something that you want to try? Let me know! Want to get more daily inspiration + updates? Then follow along on Instagram! You can find me here: instagram.com/ashlynneeaton/ 🤍

[@leek7987]

Since the beginning of this year I have been keeping track of EVERY penny I spend per month. Each day I write down what I spent and then total at the end of the month. I categorize my monthly spending by utilities, clothes, food, etc. It is March and I have not given up on it yet. It has helped me because I really take time to think about what I am spending my money on. I have moved away from all the impulse spending and when I take the time to see where my money is going I become aware of waste. It has changed my thoughts about my 💰.

[@julieanne7223]

I would be interested in seeing you do this when you include a grocery haul that lasts the week.

[@FaintAura]

Ashlynne, a lot of people misconstrue minimalism as not spending money at all, but you're clearly valuing experiences (good food, good times with friends) over the more material things, all while paying attention to your expenses, which is a great way to implement a minimalist lifestyle as well. Thank you for this video!

[@dinasimakova]

The amount of friends you see in a week is my total amount for a whole year 😂 who have I become...

[@gemelamagalona1227]

Same 🥲🥲🥲

[@therobotdevil2284]

Same! 😂

[@mtoffel1]

Thanks for doing this video! Talking about finances seems to be so taboo, but I'm always an open book about what I spend and I'm fascinated to see how others prioritize their spending. As a couple in our 40s with no children or pets (we're homeowners that share a car) we budget about $850 for 2 weeks which is almost in line with your expenses. We use that for food, gas, miscellaneous things that come up, etc. Would love to see more of these types of videos!!!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Of course!! Glad you enjoyed it! And I’m definitely of the same mind as you. I have never understood why finances are such a taboo topic. So I love being able to share a bit more about them! 🥰

[@shelbizzle131]

Love this style of video! ✨ I’ve recently started seriously budgeting and being intentional with my purchases these last few months and I’ve gone from spending literally hundreds of dollars a week to about $170 total-that’s with groceries and gas and such. Figuring out this kind of information is such a game changer for one’s personal finances!

[@AshlynneEaton]

That’s so awesome! It’s amazing the difference that stewarding our finances well really can make!

[@quorrakai]

Girl, organic bread at Trader Joe's is 2.99! I ditched Dave's bread when they hiked the prices. It's just my husband and I and we do our full grocery shops at Trader Joe's. Prices can't be beat. 11.99 for an amazing grass fed roast. It's great for two people! I make my coffee at home and we eat out maybe a few times a month if that. I'd rather cook at home. We have always lived below our means and bought a house that was way under budget. We are able to save every month! 😊

[@inkandcaffeine]

oo i might have to go to TJ for bread now! i prefer the taste & texture of Daves but if theres a similar one for a better price im so here for it!

[@sunriseonherlips]

If you have a Costco membership, they have Dave’s products there for $7ish for two loaves - so that’s where I get it!

[@panda62209]

Great video! I live in California and spent $95 on gas yesterday (I drive a small SUV). It’s so interesting to see how much stuff costs in different states.

[@mastandstars5869]

I started using the workbook from The Budget Mom and I track expenses and everything in there. It’s been really helpful. She has tons of videos explaining how to budget.

[@rubyhaskell1325]

I use an excel sheet to track everything we spend, our monthly expenses, yearly expenses, random/unexpected expenses. It has really made me aware of where our money goes. My husband and I don’t spend any unnecessary money Sunday-Thursday. We spend mostly on Fridays and sometimes Saturday. Fridays is when we do our grocery shopping or any other household shopping.

[@juliab628]

Super frugal minimalist tip: There's an Aldi Foods in Charlottesville. If you shopped there instead of Target for most of your items, you would save a ton of money, especially with apples and other produce... for a whole bag of pink lady 🍎apples it's around $3 and change. If you shop there first and then go to Target for the other things afterward, you can save so much money! I couldn't resist sharing this tip because Aldi can save you so much on groceries and their produce is wonderful. Definitely a must when you start a family and beneficial to begin shopping there before you start a family so that you'll be one step ahead of the game.

[@KikisAdventures]

YES! I love Aldis!

[@rosicampos1485]

I just realized that your voice makes me feel calm. Now I play your videos while I work because they help me concentrate ☺️

[@KikisAdventures]

Yes I actually really enjoy tracking my expenses! I sit down at the end of every month and update them! My average expenses are ~$1,000/month and I’m located in California. That does not include rent, but does include my phone bill, car insurance & registration, etc.

[@LizzieOktambe]

Thanks for sharing with us! People usually don’t like sharing how much money the spend, which is wild because I think it should’t be such a taboo, especially because it helps us to realize what are the costs of life in certain places on earth. Very good video, thanks again ♥️♥️♥️

[@shawnajeree]

Loved this! I wish my grocery bill was that low! Would love to see more about how you might meal plan and budget for that! 😄

[@AshlynneEaton]

I actually did a meal planning video not too long ago! 🤍

[@barber8368]

I agree. Her grocery haul really only included ingredients for 1 dinner.

[@maritdegoede9119]

love seeing these kinds of videos! that bread was spectacularly expensive though, hahah! is all bread that expensive in your area? also the $40 for a tank of gas made me laugh, with everything happening a gallon in western europe costs $10.15 so about $132 for a full tank 🙃

[@AshlynneEaton]

Bread is definitely one of those things that is more expensive in the United States than in Europe! Although inflation has definitely hit it here. A year ago, that same loaf of bread would’ve cost $4.99. That’s wild about gas in Europe though! I knew it was more expensive, but I didn’t know how much! 🤍

[@juliab628]

Bread is not that expensive in the United States. Most bread is around 2 to $3 and some you can get for 1.79 if you shop at a reasonable store like Aldi. It's because the bread she bought was an overpriced specialty kind and it was bought at Target which is more expensive.

[@LOSTobsession1415]

Gas in my area is $5.7 per gallon this week

[@katefitzpatrick973]

I loved this video! As a charlotte native I especially loved your trip to Amelie’s! The best!

[@AhaYAHCreations]

I personally never do unfortunately 😭, but this is really an eye opener. I only recon my slips after purchases for the monthly budget. Will try this from this coming week. Thanks, Ash🍂

[@danielledellos8185]

Loved this video! I need to track what we are spending too I think it helps me stay on track with budgeting goals. I love that y’all get together with friends and family without spending a ton of money. I need to do that better.❤️❣️I would love to hear more about your clothing rental service you use.

[@godisgood2919]

I keep track of everything I spend (Sometimes I forget a few things but not often). I have been doing this for four or five years. My husband may semi-retire next year so this has been a HUGE help in planning how much we will need in retirement.. He only recently decided this; this was not the reason I started. I think it is one of the best things for managing your money.

[@athanasiapipiki8182]

I tried it once in the past and never did it again because I 'm getting too anxious!!! I really enjoyed your video Ashlynne 😊🥰 and would love to see more like it in the future!! Thank you for cheering up my day🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@MichelleFairburn]

I just did one of these videos but I do typically try and track my spending always. I kinda of slacked in 2021 but trying much harder these year to stay consistent with it.

[@gmommie2]

Love this kind of video! I would enjoy seeing your shower/grwm routine. It would be interesting to see the products you love!

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

Welcome back and you now have 265K subscribers! Happy Belated International Women’s Day, Ashlynne!🌸🌸❤️❤️

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thank so much Ervin! Looks like a lot has happened while I was gone! Hope you’re doing well! ✨

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

You’re welcome, Ashlynne!

[@yashodirathnaweera5689]

Hi Ashlynne, really enjoyed the video. Pls do this kind of videos regularly 🥰

[@mariahbryant4712]

Loved this! Definitely keep this type of video up!

[@esthersalcove2650]

We live on a budget as well, budgeting for every area of our life. We really enjoy it, have been doing it for the past few years, game changer!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oh that’s so cool! It totally is a game changer! 🥰

[@OliviaKruis]

I haven't tried this before but it was definitely interesting to see thanks for putting it out there! there is so much freedom for people to have their own values lifestyles and situations and I think a typical week for me varies depending what season it is but a typical week right now for example I spend about $80 for hay for my horse and $20 for Zyrtec for her allergies (just being proactive and starting her back on her allergy meds for the Spring hopefully before the allergens that bother her kick up and yes the active ingredient ceterzine in Zyrtec is safe and effective in horses and she has a prescription for it from her vet but my girl has to take 10 tablets morning and night based on her weight which is definitely different than a safe level for a person so I am buying a bottle of 120 tablets every week rn but it keeps her healthy and happy so that's what matters), I also like to take my dog to the pet store about once a week but lately have been just taking her out on some longer walks around home as our main activity the past few weeks and actually this week she is getting a bath and haircut so that will also keep us busy so you can see that probably my animals is where I spend and that is a whole category that I have that some people don't, but other things that are not important to me are important to other people and it's cool to learn from other people and do what works for you and your life 😊

[@AshlynneEaton]

That’s so awesome! You’re totally right that we’re all coming from a different place, but it’s so cool to me seeing how we are all different and unique. 🥰🤍

[@jaynefinisher4771]

Thank for the video. I live in Australia and it is interesting to compare spending. For example I usually spend $60US to fill up on gas (diesel) and this week it cost $75US! Your food is much cheaper!

[@user-wh6hg1jg5c]

Welcome back! So glad you have a new video! ❤️

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thank you!! I’m so glad to be back!! 🥰🤍

[@anateresaferraz9826]

Brazillian here and just hopped to say i agree 100% about the movie😂

[@SharonBoo0305]

This was very inspiring Ashlynn! You’re also very adorable & wholesome 😊

[@sumadevisk]

Love this video Ashlynne!! It's always interesting to see such videos. Motivates me work better with my finances. Can you make a video about income streams? I think that would be really interesting to know and learn about.

[@kelseyleighjeff4279]

Oooof! This was rough for a New Yorker to watch. Especially your grocery and pizza totals!

[@kayleighwerthman1977]

We live in MI and have to have a truck for work and it costs $100 to fill the tank currently 😬😬 We also were not the biggest fans of death on the Nile.

[@loudresviennadeaires]

I just stumbled across your channel, I love your vibe. Thanks for sharing! As for me, I track all my expenses using Google sheets. I try to keep my costs pretty low, it varies week to week but on average, it's about 2k a month which includes my half of the mortgage, strata, hydro. I do live in a VHCOL (Very High Cost of Living) City.

[@katiedeckereats]

I live in Charlotte as well-fun to hear about places I go to all the time :)

[@panipiotrowski2275]

So enjoyed this video. Thanks for this!

[@charlottec334]

I live in Surrey, England and with our mortgage, petrol, and necessary (and sometimes unnecessary ;)) purchases etc, we spend on average around £700 a week for a couple of us (around $1000 US). Where we live is a very expensive part of the United Kingdom, and it is marginally cheaper than London where we both work. Petrol prices in the UK are ridiculously expensive and we have a large-ish Audi, which we drive into the city on an alternating weekly schedule. We also have 2 cats, who require food and insurance payments etc. Our electricity and gas is also very expensive and we do indulge on treats such as wine, junk food, cigarettes (for my OH) and makeup/clothing for me. We do also have numerous credit commitments (who doesn't these days?!) and pay for TV/internet and multiple subscription services. We are VERY fortunate though to have good steady jobs, with a moderately good income and we couldn't imagine living somewhere like the US where medical expenses are so high - I suffer from mental health issues so I can imagine that the cost of therapy over in the states and also my medications would be ridiculously expensive. I believe I spend about £9 in total for my medications for a month. It's a really interesting topic to see comparisons on what people spend! :) we could definitely be better and your channel is very inspiring in terms of your minimalism - I will be looking to see where I can adapt some of your habits into our everyday life! Thanks for making great content and inspiring gripping conversation! xx

[@gracivandervort198]

Wow the cost of living in North Carolina is so low. The same purchases in a week would cost $500 or more easily in Portland Oregon. I am thoroughly envious and tempted to move states right now!

[@rachel4075]

In Portland watching this rn 🥲🥲🥲

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oh wow that’s wild! Haha you’re definitely welcome in North Carolina! It’s a pretty great state 😉🤍

[@debbiebare4180]

I loved this video! Very interesting, I’m going to give it a try! 😊

[@mootesa231]

I wish our gas was $40 :P Where we live (Ontario, Canada) gas is crazy right now at $80 to fill our small car (roughly $63 US). Thank you for another fun video! Its always interesting to see how others budget/spend :)

[@shehnazahmad5213]

Wow that its a lot of enterteinment for me. A lot eating out. I don't really go out to coffee shop maybe once a month. Go to my parents once a week. Once a month sushi.

[@itsjustmel1217]

Wow... I don't even have a clothing budget. Lol... 🥺😭😂 I just don't buy clothes. But I'll need a few items soon for hiking and summer. That clothing rental sounds fun tho, I've only heard of like a purse rental.

[@georgetaraflagler7077]

Can you share the recipe for your dinner dish…looked yummy!

[@amymcdaniel2738]

Yesterday I spent about $77 on gas and my jeep wasn’t even completely empty 😭 😫 I’m definitely not happy about that either!!

[@squisitissima2810]

The whole garlic is called either a "bulb" or a "head." 😀

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha thank you!! I was struggling with that one! 😅

[@lauramathews3151]

Love dermalogica rice powder and charcoal refillable exfoliants LOVE DAVE'S bread preferably, the yellow bag, but green will do.

[@lauramathews3151]

Optimist is super fun, but i have the worst timig, bc I can never find seating when I go, and we are commuting from Concord a county away!

[@marika6968]

Loved this video!! ☺ And maybe this will comfort you, I filled up my car yesterday and it costed me 82$ CAD (64$ USD) !!! It's insane 😅

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thanks!! And oh wow that’s crazy!!

[@AhaYAHCreations]

Please make another video of this kind ...if not more😍

[@suzysantana6033]

I really enjoyed this video. Its definitely different and made me think about what I spend in a week.

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oh that’s awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@oliviacartwright4869]

Interesting video! I've never heard of Nuuly, I wonder if the company operates in Canada? Wow, the dream life to see friends almost every day of the week... I live pretty far from my friends so its hard to see them so regularly

[@panda62209]

This is very besides the point, but you have such beautiful skin!

[@chatmanchick]

I’m sure you won’t see this but I am moving next month into a studio apartment on a very low budget so I was wondering if there are any tips you have for functional storage / decor items & how to minimize

[@michelesusanne1]

Utilize vertical storage like on the wall, over doorways and places like the side of the frig, backs of doors, under the bed. Plastic wall shoe organizers are economical for door storage in bathrooms. Make sure to declutter any duplicate items and things you would not pay to move.

[@chatmanchick]

@@michelesusanne1 thanks so much!

[@Angela-tz1dh]

So good! also the garlic is called a bulb :)

[@ColleenJoudrey]

You guys are doing good for $40/tank. I just put $70cad/54usd in my Honda Civic.

[@ranelcravens6576]

Really enjoyed this video. Would like to see more!!

[@traveller2478]

Thanks for the work. Thanks for Financial Transparancy. Think Global ... Act local. It is important.

[@rhonastevenson9939]

I'm sorry, I had to chuckle at how shocked you were at how much it cost to fill your car, I would love ours to be $40 (£30.66) - to fill our cars we're looking at between £60 - £70.

[@airiellevoorhees7841]

Ashlynne, my comment is very random but I have to get this off of my shoulders: do you have any idea how well you’d pull off a short neckline haircut? It would be 🔥 🔥

[@sofianatalie.]

honestly $40 for gas sounds great! do you have a hybrid car? it's been $100 to fill up my SUV lately in LA :(

[@hollyobrien4367]

Coming form the UK, $40 for fuel sounds cheap... on the regular spend £100 on fuel over here 😅

[@mariananieves3877]

Hello Ashlynne!!! Can u share your chocolate chip cookies recipe please? ☺

[@kristinotto102]

Man I forget how much taxes we pay on gas in California, it costs me about $80 to fill up my minivan regularly 😳

[@carlajoyswan]

In nova scotia, my suv cost $90.00 to fill up... gas prices are soooo high

[@YeishaLee]

Are these all different friends or the same group? Cuz I have like 1 friend 🤣

[@elisamartinez381]

Elisa Gomez From Pleasantion TX I Would Like to know how to Originze a living room 😀😀😀

[@Felutre]

In Italy we call it "testa di aglio", "head of garlic"

[@karenvargas8784]

Love your videos Ashlynne.

[@famousEtaylor]

Can you share where your nightstand is from? Thanks for the video! I love your content.

[@AshlynneEaton]

It’s from Target a few years ago!

[@KarynArd]

Huge fan of this vid!

[@iww6994]

Do you have episode on Charlotte? Greetings 😉🌷

[@pavithramit]

What’s the baking tray model looks fancy!

[@mollytaylor2836]

Love your puffy coat!!!

[@leedezern6862]

What happened to the Acure moisturizer?

[@MegaTTTiger]

Highly recommend the Ghiradelli Classic Chocolate Chip cookie recipe that they have on their website!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oooh okay I’ll need to try that out! I’m always looking for great cookie recipes 😉

[@deniselassiter4352]

Wow I’m amazed

[@lindseyberrum]

Still in Florida and working? 😎🖒☕ Loved the video!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Thank you so much!!

[@art_math_enjoy]

Hi Ashlynne, thanks for the good video. May I know what hobbies you have in a week? Thanks,

[@AshlynneEaton]

If you watch through the end of the video you’ll definitely see one of them! Christopher and I both love playing games and doing puzzles with friends! 🤍

[@art_math_enjoy]

@@AshlynneEaton Thanks, I like games and puzzles, too.

[@art_math_enjoy]

@@AshlynneEaton 😀

[@bcgirl9369]

Interesting video, prices are a lot cheaper where you are. The price of gas has gone through the roof. It's now $1.99 a litre 😐 Price of food seems a bit cheaper to, think I'm going to try it for next week ☺️

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oh that’s so fun! You should definitely try it! It’s so interesting to me to see how prices are different in different parts of the country and world 🤍

[@yoshl1795]

It rather like 1.99 per litre, not 199 😱

[@bcgirl9369]

@@yoshl1795 yup!!!!

[@boubakar]

tres belle video ashlynne ^^

[@Drfatmaashraf]

How was the stir fry place? What did yall order and how much it costs 😂? Love from Egypt ❤️ Edit** I feel so stupid because I paused the video to ask you and a second later you answered it 😂😂😂❤️

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha it’s all good! 🤍

[@lucerovillegas3133]

Where did you get your brown corduroy jacket?

[@alyssabird720]

This video makes me realise how many friends I don't have. Lol! I haven't seen or hung out with any friends for about a month. My husband gets home from work and I'm good... Lol 😅😭😭

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha Christopher and I are both definitely pretty social people for sure. But hey, there’s nothing wrong with just hanging out with your husband either. That’s super important!! 🥰🤍

[@annikaernberg7342]

What was that recipe for dinner on Wednesday?? 😳

[@angelaandreasen7623]

Would love your lettuce wrap recipe link ❤️

[@AshlynneEaton]

If you look up the “Complete Savorist Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps,” that recipe is pretty similar to the one I use!!

[@mylifeingeneral]

Why didn't you shop at a regular grocery store? Target is so over priced

[@genettedahlby1274]

I’m curious, I know your big on keeping a budget and you guys love to host friends over at your home. Do you have a separate line in your budget for that??

[@AshlynneEaton]

We tend to include it in our entertainment/eating out budget (even though we’re often doing it in our home 😅). But it definitely does add up so we did need to start including it!

[@genettedahlby1274]

@@AshlynneEaton I enjoy watching your channel. I use to live in Charlotte, my parents are still there. There are so many places you talk about and I use to go to myself, and then a lot of new places gonna have to check out when I get to visit.

[@Kate.West.]

No wonder Americans are always braking bread in KZbin videos!!! You can get really nice fresh baked bread from the supermarket in the UK for less than a dollar, and then just freeze it so you can use it through the week (I generally toast it). Your petrol is really cheep though! A tank of gas here is over 100 dollars!

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha yes!! Good bread is so expensive in the US!! And that’s wild that gas is so expensive there!!

[@Kate.West.]

@@AshlynneEaton on the plus side I live in London so I don’t need to own a car. There is plenty of public transport, and people walk/ bike everywhere. From what I have seen in lots of parts of the USA a car is a necessity

[@AshlynneEaton]

It definitely is. You wouldn’t be able to get away with not owning a car where we are. 🤍

[@adarackova4633]

What? 😂 How much is gas in your state? I normally pay 75€ per tank 😀 it was 1.40€/liter in Slovakia before, now because of Russia/Ukraine happenings its 1.55€/liter so now I pay 92€ per tank

[@unabellavita6541]

I used to spend a bunch of time with my friends until I noticed how it negatively affected my marriage. Investing in your marriage and building that intimate relationship with your spouse is the most meaningful and fruitful relationship you will ever have. The video was interesting. I enjoyed it.

[@courtneyharrel5500]

What kind of car? Mine was $93 and it didn’t even fill it.

[@ilsedevriendt4856]

You got cheap gas. We pay 74 euro so thats 77,80 usd For a regular amount Expensive in Belgium More Then 2,10 a liter

[@scrapin4mhe]

It’s called a garlic bulb. Lol

[@annakezar5291]

Oh my gosh, I apsire to have your social life. I have no friends lol 😂

[@maniasaberi2384]

That was great🙂

[@maniasaberi2384]

Thanks for this video 👌

[@AshlynneEaton]

Oh I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it!!

[@maniasaberi2384]

@@AshlynneEaton 🤍

[@snippetsofpam184]

I sent you an email through your website a few months ago and I have no idea if you even received it. How can we know if you’ve received an email? You don’t even respond to comments or dms. I’m just wondering if my email got lost in the void.

[@annlavine3576]

Sunday is the first day of the week

[@AshlynneEaton]

Haha it totally is, but I started filming on Monday so I just kind of went with it 😅

[@annlavine3576]

@@AshlynneEaton I get it. The bible says the first day is Sunday ( and I know you know this,

[@LVX03]

I just filled up my tank for $115.01 😭

[@lindabourketempleton4040]

No mention of mortgage or rates

[@AshlynneEaton]

Might do a “what I spend in a month” video where I detail our monthly costs like our mortgage and such in the future! But as those aren’t weekly costs for us, I didn’t add them here 🙃

[@priscilaalegre7412]

@@AshlynneEaton yes! I'd like to watch it

[@lindabourketempleton4040]

I pay my mortgage fortnightly as there are more fortnight’s than months