Budget Divas

#4: What I Spent During Grief — And Why I Don’t Regret It


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In this raw and real episode of Rebuilding Bougie, I’m sharing the emotional (and financial) aftermath of losing my husband Alden in 2023 — and how grief quietly wreaked havoc on my bank account. From takeout dinners I didn’t eat to late-night Amazon sprees and Target runs for “comfort,” I open up about how emotional spending became a form of survival.

If you’ve ever found yourself eating cereal on the couch with the TV on at 2am, wondering where your money went — this one’s for you.

We’re talking about:

  • Why budgets fly out the window when you’re grieving
  • How spending became my emotional outlet
  • What helped me finally feel safe again financially
  • Why there is no shame in how you survived
  • And how mystery shopping reminded me I still had options

I also share gentle tips on how to start rebuilding your finances after loss — no guilt, no shame, just grace and small steps.

So grab your comfort snack, your favorite blanket, and come sit with me for this heart-to-heart. If you’re in the fog right now, I want you to know: you are not alone. We’re doing this together — one bougie receipt at a time.

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Budget DivasBy Jenn Trinidad