Episode 16 | Saving Money is HARD! What's REALLY Helped Us Stick to It

Saving money isn’t just about cutting expenses — it’s about shifting your mindset. 💡

In this episode of Express Yourself Podcast, hosts Vanessa N. Martinez and Lauren Genuardi open up about why saving feels so difficult and the strategies that actually work in real life. From the popular 50/30/20 budgeting rule (needs, wants, savings) to flipping it into 50/20/30 for better results, they break down practical ways to make saving sustainable.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ Why traditional saving methods often fail
✅ How automated transfers can make saving effortless
✅ The psychology of spending vs. saving
✅ A realistic approach to applying the 50/30/20 rule
✅ How to prioritize savings without feeling restricted

Whether you’re trying to build an emergency fund, pay off debt, or simply gain control over your personal finances, this conversation will help you rethink how saving fits into your daily life.

🎧 Tune in for real talk about money, mindset, and finding a saving strategy that works for YOU.

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Episode 16 | Saving Money is HARD! What's REALLY Helped Us Stick to It