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I often hear clients tell me that they have to spend money. It’s hard to live life, make memories, do things and be entertained without having to fork over cash. And while it’s easy to come up with things to fork over your debit card for, there is plenty to do that is at no cost!

Need some ideas? We have ideas.

Here are 50 things to do instead of spending money:

1. Go to the library
2. Sign up for a free class
3. Cook a new recipe with ingredients you already have
4. Watch a movie at home
5. Organize a closet in your house
6. Take your dog for a walk
7. Call a friend
8. Take your kids to the park
9. Walk on the beach (if you’re near a beach)
10. Read a book 
11. Play a board game
12. Take a walk with a friend
13. Dance   
    
14. Write a bucket list
15. Start a gratitude journal
16. Play cards
17. Declutter a room
18. Paint your nails
19. Take pictures
20. Organize your pictures
21. Journal about your day
22. Go hiking
23. Take a bath
24. Listen to a free podcast (Might we suggest the Fiscal Fitness Podcast?)
25. Watch a TEDTalk
26. Explore your city’s downtown
27. Organize your files or receipts  
28. Balance your budget
29. Brainstorm ideas for your next project
30. Plan a vacation
31. Make a wish list
32. Sit quietly outside
33. Birdwatch
34. Read a magazine or newspaper
35. Listen to music
36. Do yoga
37. Rearrange your furniture
38. Visit the museum on FREE day
39. Go for a bike ride
40. Visit with friends or family
41. Download free meditation apps and meditate
42. Wash your car
43. Take a nap
44. Call a family member in another state
45. Update your resume
46. Clean out your email inbox
47. Go fishing
48. Play guitar
49. Volunteer
50. Do something you’ve never done before

Hopefully, one of these ideas caught your attention or sparked an idea that maybe we didn’t mention here. The next time you think you have to spend money to have a good time, check out the ideas on this list.