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Minimal MonthlyHi Reader, Are you unknowingly part of the subscription silent majority? It's a club many of us join without even realising it. I thought I was spending around thirty bucks a month and was a bit taken aback when I did the math: it's closer to $80. π€¦π»ββοΈ Subscriptions, those sly little expenses, have a way of quietly slipping under our radar and accumulating in the corners of our bank statements. Think about it: When was the last time you checked how many subscriptions you actually have? Hulu, Spotify, Disney, that app you downloaded for a free trial and forgot to cancel... they all add up quickly. You might be underestimating the chunk these digital hitchhikers are taking from your wallet each month. And if you're trying to budget this year, it's worth doing a quick subscription audit. Set up a simple Excel or Google Sheet, or create a dedicated note in the note-taking app of your choice to track them. Or just add reminders to your calendar set to go off one week before expiry dates. That makes it easy to re-assess whether or not you want to cancel. I've got tonnes of good stuff for you below but before I forget, I have a favour to ask: Please take my quick Readers' Survey! It's anonymous and can help me better understand your interests. Thank you! AdIf you're moving into a new place or gearing up to redecorate a room in your current home or workplace, I found a helpful tool for visualising and staging spaces: HomeDesigns AI. Upload a photo, pick one of 75 different interior design styles, and let it do its magic. It's easy to use compared to other decor tools, and the results give you a range of ideas including some you might not have ever considered. It even works for exteriors and garden design. Check out their special offer here or watch this unbiased user review first. Happy styling! End of ad. Blog Updates
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