In this episode of the Divine Stewardship Podcast, we’re getting real about the very first time we sat down to make a budget—and all the emotions that came with it. 😅

For years, we thought budgeting meant giving up coffee runs, bowling nights, and time with friends. But we discovered the truth: a budget isn’t about saying “no,” it’s about giving yourself permission to say “yes”—to the things that matter most.

In this episode we cover:

☕ Why budgeting felt scary (especially as a spender!)

📊 How we tracked every expense and found our cash flow

🍽️ The surprising cost of eating out vs. cooking at home

💬 How budgeting improved our communication and marriage

📦 Why Amazon boxes and surprise bills no longer control us

💡 Practical tips like sinking funds, the envelope system & accountability partners

We hope this encourages you to see budgeting not as a restriction, but as a tool for freedom and peace—financially and relationally. ❤️

👉 Want help creating your first budget or staying accountable?

📅 Book a free clarity & alignment call here: https://calendly.com/c2stanton-divinestewardship/30min

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