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How I Took Back Control of My Bank Account (and My Confidence)

I used to avoid checking my bank statements.

Every time I opened my banking app, I’d get that sinking feeling—what now? Then I started noticing tiny little payments I didn’t remember agreeing to. £7.99 here, £4.99 there. And it hit me…

I was spending £50+ a month on things I didn’t even use.

Gym memberships I forgot about. Free trials that silently turned into paid plans. Music apps, recipe subscriptions, beauty boxes, cloud storage—I was haemorrhaging cash and didn’t even realise it.

And when you’re trying to rebuild your life after financial trauma or a toxic relationship, that kind of waste isn’t just frustrating—it’s disempowering.

So I took action.

Step One: Awareness

I downloaded an app called Emma. (You can also use Snoop, Money Dashboard, or check through your banking app.) It showed me every single subscription I had—and how much they were costing me each month.

I was shocked.

But also? I felt like I’d finally opened my eyes.

Step Two: Unsubscribe Like a Queen

I cancelled:

• The streaming service I hadn’t watched in months
• The monthly subscription box that didn’t bring joy
• A few “free” trials I’d forgotten to stop

In one afternoon, I saved myself over £600 a year.

That’s money I now put toward food, fuel, or even little treats for the kids. Things that actually matter.

Why This Hack Matters

In abusive relationships, control over money is often stripped away. Gaining it back starts with awareness. Tracking your spending isn’t just a budgeting tool—it’s a confidence-builder.

Every subscription I cancelled felt like me saying: “I decide now. I’m in control.”

🔥 Your Challenge Today

• Download Emma or open your banking app
• List all recurring payments
• Cancel at least one today and move the money into savings (or your £1 challenge fund!)

💡 Recommended For You: Set a reminder in your calendar to check for sneaky subscriptions every 3 months.

Saving money doesn’t always mean sacrifice. Sometimes it’s just about closing the leaks and watching your power flow back.

You’re not just surviving anymore. You’re managing, growing, and rising. 💛