Before you can build wealth, you’ve got to stop the leaks. For a lot of us—especially those rebuilding after incarceration or growing up with financial instability—spending became a way to feel in control, to feel good (even if just for a moment), or to cope with stress and trauma. That’s called emotional spending (or retail therapy), and it’s real. But it’s also costly. The truth is, you can’t out-earn what you won’t manage. If you don’t know where your money is going, it’s already gone.Tracking your spending isn’t just about budgets—it’s about awareness, discipline, and reclaiming your power. This week, we shift from emotional spending to intentional spending. Challenge: Track everything you spend for the next 7 days—every swipe, every cash purchase, every recurring charge. 📌 Why? Because clarity = power. You can’t change what you won’t confront. Ways to track: - 📱 Use a free app like Mint, Rocket Money, or Goodbudget - 🗒️ Use your Notes app or a simple spreadsheet - ✍🏽 Go old-school with pen and paper End of week goal: Spot your money leaks, name your patterns, and own your numbers. 💬 Drop a 💰 below if you’re in—and share your biggest spending category at the end of the week!