Straight A Nursing: Study for nursing school exams & NCLEX

#420: A Budgeting Hack Every Nursing Student Should Know


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If there’s one thing nursing students are familiar with, besides early mornings and endless exams, it’s a tight budget. Between juggling school, part-time jobs, and sky-high stress levels, managing your money can feel like one more thing on an already overflowing to-do list.

In this episode, I’m introducing you to a simple, hands-on budgeting method that’s been trending on social media for good reason: cash stuffing, also known as the envelope system. Whether you're trying to make your student loan stretch, pay the rent, or just want to avoid those “how did I spend that much?” moments, this method can help you take control of your finances in a way that’s visual, satisfying, and even kind of fun!

I’ll walk you through:

  • Exactly what cash stuffing is and how it works
  • A step-by-step guide to setting up your own budget, even with a variable income
  • How to create “sinking funds” for things like NCLEX fees or yearly expenses
  • Tips for using this system alongside online purchases (because yes, Amazon still happens)
  • How cash stuffing helps reduce stress and curb impulse spending
  • Whether you're a student looking for a smarter way to budget or a nurse wanting to be more intentional with your spending, this episode will help you ditch money anxiety and feel more in control of every dollar.

    👉 Ready to make your money work for you? Grab your envelopes (or a cute binder if you’re fancy) and let’s get stuffing!

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    Straight A Nursing: Study for nursing school exams & NCLEXBy Maureen Osuna, MSN, RN - Nursing school educator, author, and nursing student enthusiast.

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