Does it ever gets surplus @Budget? Mine often ends in deficit no matter how hard i try but somehow, I get to archive most of what I've got palnned out.

I really do think how to survive is not something you really get to teach someone. Most persons have got the know how to this tricks but somehow, perhaps due to societal influence, peer pressure and low self esteem, one tends to go out of his or or way to measure up in status. That's such a sad way to live really. You'll just find yourself living another man's life while yours stay inhibited andost times, your left thinking just how to make your shoes fit.

Just know your income range and when it comes periodically, the better. You scale your needs and wants to what is commensurate as per funds and spread it through when your sure to get the next pay. Also, learn to keep something aside for emergencies and some investment. Cool!