How to Survive Rising Prices When Pay Stays the Same
How to Survive When Prices Keep Rising but Pay Doesn’t A softer, smarter approach for uncertain times Groceries cost more. Rent keeps climbing. Utilities , gas , prescriptions , it all adds up. And for many people, paychecks haven’t moved at all. If you’re feeling stretched, anxious, or quietly overwhelmed, you’re not failing. You’re navigating a system that’s become harder to survive in. Here’s a grounded, realistic way to cope, broken down by life stage, without shame, hustle culture , or burnout . 6 🎓 Young Adults & College Students Survival mode without burnout When you’re just starting out, it can feel like you’re doing everything “right” and still falling behind. What helps right now: Separate needs from noise. Food, housing, transportation, phone. Everything else is optional. Cook once, eat twice. Simple meals like soups, casseroles, rice bowls, and pasta stretch farther than grab-and-go food. Share costs where you can. Roommates, bulk grocery splits, shared str...
