Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\nEpisode 2780:\nMiranda Marquit explains why she prefers the term "spending plan" over "budget" due to the negative connotations associated with restriction and limitation. By using a spending plan, she emphasizes proactive financial planning that prioritizes funding essentials while allowing flexibility and control in other spending areas, fostering a more positive and purposeful approach to managing money.\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://ptmoney.com/spending-plan-budget/\nQuotes to ponder:\n"Rather than thinking, 'I can\u2019t only do this much this month,' as a budget encourages you to think, a spending plan allows you to say, 'I\u2019m going to do this with my money.'"\n"I prefer to use the phrase 'spending plan.' It seems to convey a better sense of control and purpose."\n"With the budget mindset, money is always scarce. A spending plan, though, indicates that you have some sort of direction and purpose for (at least some of) your spending."\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices