When the family saw how little money remained at the end of the month, they decided to make a budget. First they wrote down fixed expenses such as rent, electricity and transport. Then they examined their spending on food and small purchases. They discovered that several subscriptions were almost never used. The family cancelled some and began planning purchases better. They also set aside a small amount for unexpected expenses. After two months they had a clearer overview. The aim was not to stop doing enjoyable things, but to choose what mattered most to them.