I need to send each of these people a thank-you card.

Because hey, things are expensive right now and we gotta help each other out!

Bags usually cost around $5 and give you a good amount of food for the price.

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“Do a deep dive through your librarys website!

My personal favorite is our book box system.

The librarians go and pick out books that match your criteria for you to read.

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Dopamine hit from subscription box surprises but also free!!”

“Use YouTube to get quality workout programs and instructional videos!

I completely transformed my life using videos from certified trainers who make videos on YouTube.

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Yoga, pilates, meditation, kickboxing/shadow boxing, HIIT, strength training, and more.

Some of the YouTube trainers even have calendars you’re free to follow and programs for FREE!”

5.Or, try a free exercise meetup group IRL.

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They even have a locator to help you find services in your county!

My county offers free support groups for different topics or mental health concerns that are completely free."

8.If you’re able to use a credit card responsibly, the points can add up.

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If not, confirm you use free loyalty/perk programs!

“It isnt free, but I highly recommend points-maxing your life.

If youre gonna buy gas anyway, sign up for the perks.

“Join the AARP!

Its less than $20 for an annual membership.”

“Free music tutorials/lessons on YouTube!

In particular, there are so many ukulele videos out there.

They even have a programming curriculum for kindergarten!

They make detailed guides for educators or parents to be able to assist their children with the curriculum.

It also tracks your childs growth and ongoing project completion.”

14.If you need new shoes, go to a store that offers gait analysis.

Much like proper bra fitting, proper shoe fitting is super important for comfort.

There are so many factors that go into selecting the right footwear, more than most people think.

Your feet are the foundation of your body.

Take care of them, and the rest will improve.

Here are some options.

Why does a new commentary on Plutarch cost $430?

No textbook electronic or hard copy should cost so much.

These sites have saved me thousands of dollars.

Hopefully you’ll find them [as] budget-friendly as I have.”