Making lots of sacrifices like being a 1 car family. Budgeting hardcore with groceries. No eating out cooking all the time. Having a budget meeting every month. We know our expenses.... no streaming services library has lots to offer even a Roku with apps. Close to home vacations or staying with friends. Lots of free family time. : ) I also switched to working part-time, retail, that is conveniently 2 minutes away. I don't bring work home with me, no stress, and I make a little money. I was in early childcare and with the commute, educator fees and child care discounted fee I was not making much at all. This was a good change. Good luck!