3 Budgeting Mistakes to Avoid in 2026 (And How to Fix Them)

Are you tired of your budget failing every month? In this video, I break down the top reasons why your budget is failing - the 3 biggest budgeting mistakes to avoid in 2026 and show you exactly how to create a budget that you can stick to.
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If you’ve tried budgeting multiple times and still feel like money is stressful or overwhelming, it’s usually not a "you" problem—it’s a system problem. This guide is designed to help you stop the cycle of overspending and start your 2026 financial reset.

In this video, you’ll learn:
✅ Why budgeting without spending history keeps you stuck
✅ How restrictive budgets cause burnout (and how to add flexibility)
✅ Why willpower fails and how Simple Systems automate your progress
✅ How to set up automatic savings and investing for 2026

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✩ Timestamps ✩
00:00 Why budgets fail (and why it's not your fault)
0:35 Mistake #1: Budgeting on hope vs. spending history
02:10 Mistake #2: Budgets that are too strict and don't have flexibility built in
03:47 Reason #3: Budgets fail when they rely on willpower instead of systems
04:10 How a simple money management system fixes your budget
04:58 How to automate savings and investing in 2026
06:11 Step-by-step: How to create a budget that works
07:20 Watch next: how to create a realistic budget

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I created Ease Into Earnings to share simple systems and templates I use to budget, save, invest, and earn more, so managing money feels easy and stress-free. My goal is that after watching each video, you’ll walk away feeling seen and empowered to take small steps toward improving your financial life today.