Putting Food on the Table: How Much Should You Spend on Groceries? | Ep. 210

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa explores three ideas that can reshape the way you think about everyday money decisions. First, Nino walks through one of the most common budgeting questions people ask: How much should we actually spend on food? He shares practical strategies to help you determine a realistic food budget for each pay period so you can feed your family well without feeling out of control at the grocery store. Next, he discusses a growing financial trend among Gen-Z that may sound surprisingly familiar to older generations: cash stuffing. This approach to managing spending highlights how simple, tangible systems can help people stay intentional with their money. Finally, Nino invites listeners to consider a deeper question: What does it mean to serve money? Rather than allowing money to control our decisions, cultivating a mindset of stewardship allows us to manage money with clarity, purpose, and responsibility. In this episode, you’ll learn: 🧠 How to determine a realistic food budget for each pay period📊 Why budgeting for food first can bring more stability to your finances💵 What the cash stuffing trend reveals about managing spending intentionally⚖️ The difference between serving money and letting money control you🌱 How a stewardship mindset can transform your relationship with money If grocery spending has ever felt confusing or inconsistent, this conversation will help you approach it with greater clarity and confidence. Learn more at NewMoneyHabits.com  Join the New Money Habits Community Join our free community and connect with others building healthier money habits Become a member starting at $7/month Start your 7-day free trial today Helpful Resources Mentioned in This Episode Watch on YouTube: Full video version of this episode Payday Power Planner (FREE): Streamline your budgeting processhttps://www.newmoneyhabits.com/budgeteers/helpful-tools  Food Number Calculator (FREE): Simplify food budgeting and planninghttps://www.newmoneyhabits.com/budgeteers/helpful-tools  Submit Your Questions: Email us at [email protected]  Join Our Free Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/newmoneyhabits  Schedule a Free Call with Coach Nino:https://www.newmoneyhabits.com/budgeteers/contact  Online Course: How to Create a Better Budget: Your Foundation to Financial Freedomhttps://www.newmoneyhabits.com/bootcamp  Music CreditsThis episode features music by Summer School. Connect With UsFollow @newmoneyhabits on social media for more insights, tools, and updates.