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  • 5 Ways I’m Saving Money While Burnt Out

    By Shehinah Stone – Broke But Healing

    Burnout is a heavy thing. When you’re mentally and emotionally exhausted, even basic tasks feel like mountains and that includes managing money. I’ve been there: juggling housekeeping shifts, cleaning jobs, sales associate work all trying to pay off debt and keep my head above water.

    But even while burnt out, I’ve found small manageable ways to save money without overwhelming myself. These aren’t fancy finance tricks, just real things I’m doing right now to survive and slowly rebuild.

    Here are 5 simple ways I’m saving money during my burnout now:

    1. I Stopped Feeling Guilty About Saying No

    I used to say yes to every social invite, lunch date, or “let’s split it” outing, even when I couldn’t afford it. Now I politely declined or suggest something free like a walk or chill night in. Protecting my wallet and my energy is top priority.

    2. I Unsubscribed From Temptation

    Those sales emails, “Treat yourself” ads, and discount alerts were draining me. I unsubscribed from most of them and removed shopping apps from my phone. Out of sight, out of mind and out of budget danger.

    3. I Meal Plan Like a Tired Person

    I don’t do full-on Pinterest-style meal prep. I just rotate 3-4 easy, cheap meals I know I can handle even when I’m drained (like eggs, pasta,sauces,rice bowls). It saves money and brainpower.

    4. I Set Tiny Auto-Savings

    I use a free bank feature that moves $1-$2 into savings every few days. It’s small enough I don’t notice, but it adds up over time. Even a little progress feels like hope when you’re struggling.

    5. I Gave Myself Permission to Rest

    This might sound weird in a money post, but Rest is a savings strategy. When I rest, I don’t impulse spend to “feel better”. I avoid burnout crashes that forces me to miss work. Resting helps me stay consistent, and that’s what builds financial stability.

    What I’ve Learned

    If you’re reading this while burnt out and broke, please know you’re not lazy, weak, or failing. You’re surviving. And that’s already a lot.

    Saving money doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to be possible. Do what you can, rest when you need to, and give yourself credit for every small win.

    We’re healing and hustling together.

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  • Why I Started Broke But Healing

    Hi, I’m Shehinah and I’m in the middle of one of the hardest but most honest seasons of my life.

    I started Broke But Healing because I needed a space to breathe. To be real. To stop pretending that I had it all together when the truth is , I was falling apart inside and out.

    I’ve been juggling multiple jobs just to survive. I’ve worked in housekeeping,cleaning, retail as a sales associate-you name it. And even with all that effort, the debt keeps piling up, and the stress never seems to let go. The bills come fast, the income feels too small, and mentally? I’ve felt drained, numb, and honestly just done.

    But here’s the thing, I know I’m not the only one.

    There are so many of us trying to balance financial survival with mental survival. Trying to pay off loans while staying sane. Trying to work multiple jobs while feeling burnt out and broken inside. And no one really talks about how connected money and mental health really are.

    That’s why I created Broke But Healing, to speak the truth.

    This blog is for people who are:

    Broke, tired, and trying

    Living paycheck to paycheck

    Mentally worn down but still hoping for something better

    Ready to heal, even if it’s slow and messy

    Here, I’ll share the things that are helping me push through. From side hustle tips and money-saving habits to mental health reflections and real-life survival stories. No fluff, no filters, just the truth about what its like to rebuild your life from rock bottom.

    If you’re in that same place, I see you. You’re not alone.

    This is our space. This is our journey.

    We may be broke… but we’re healing.