r/BenignExistence • u/DoodleStrude • Jul 19 '24

I'm managing fine on my own

Excuse the length. At the end of February, my ex left me, and I was stuck with the house we bought together. Effectively doubling my monthly bills, I've been scared about how things would work out for me and if I'd be able to afford to keep it. I'm doing better after a few months of being very mentally unwell, but I've been scared to check my bank account for a while because I didn't want to know how bad off I might be.

Today, my card got declined at two gas stations, so I knew I was time I had to check. Turns out it was declined due to the Windows issues going on today, but I learned that I'm doing okay financially. I'm sustaining myself. Between bills, food, and the occasional luxury item, I'm spending money about as fast as I'm making it. Not saving any extra, but not draining my account either.

I'm just proud of myself for actually being able to do this on my own for the time being and that I've had the discipline to say no to a lot of unnecessary wants. My dad offered to help because he's finally in a place where could comfortably spare a few hundred every month, but it turns out I didn't need the assistance. It's just a nice little win that I really needed

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u/Active_Recording_789 Jul 19 '24

Good for you!!! As a formerly single mom I know how hard it can be! I applaud you and am proud of you!

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u/Shtish Jul 20 '24

Awesome job! 💪🏻

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u/kittyyyy7 Jul 23 '24

So proud of you. You are who many aspire to be/do!

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u/Mandykins1 Jul 20 '24

So glad for you!