WHY WE OVERSPEND.

This document consists of three separate articles. The first article discusses the factors that have contributed to the rise in food prices over the past few years, including competition, geopolitical events, crop diseases, and animal supply. The second article provides tips on how to have a low-spend month, emphasizing setting intentions, being mindful about purchases, avoiding excessive restrictions, repurposing savings, and joining a community for support. The third article shares the personal experience of the author, Jamie Feldman, who discusses her struggles with credit card debt and how she overcame shame and fear by seeking support and rejecting judgment. These articles provide insights into food prices, offer practical advice for managing finances, and share a personal story of overcoming debt and shame. [Extracted from the article]