My budget prevails over my needs

I had a big change in my family 2 weeks ago, suddenly I went from a 2 income household to a single income household. I had to adjust budget on the fly. I took advantage of every thing, and saved by cutting out frivolous things in the house. Some things that I cut out was expensive mandatory gym memberships, reduced grocery costs, cancelled unnecessary cell phone apps, cancelled streaming services, etc.<br><br>I applied for financial assistance by applying for snap benefits, welfare and medical, and they all got approved. I now have more money than I ever did because of welfare. I am able to save money by not only cutting costs but by also keeping track of my finances.