I was too afraid to tell my boss 'no.' My burnout was so bad that one day I left the office on a stretcher.

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The author collapsed at work because of anxiety and burnout.

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My fiancé and I are planning our wedding, but he's unemployed, and we're in debt. We've had to get creative.

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The author, left, is planning her wedding with her fiancé, right.

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I quit my corporate job in Washington, DC, and moved to Buenos Aires. I make less money, but the cost of living is lower.

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Casey Wetherbee left his corporate job and moved from Washington, DC, to Buenos Aires.

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I've saved over $4,000 on medical bills using 3 little-known tips

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Cassandra Cloutier was able to reduce charges on medical bills by checking prescribed charges against her bill and following up with her insurance.

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My fiancé was laid off months ago, and he's in debt. I'm now overworking myself to make ends meet.

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The author, left, and her fiancé are struggling with money after he was laid off.

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I live with my 4 kids, husband, and aunt in a 2-bedroom apartment in LA. We can't find a bigger place, so we make it work.

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The author, left, redecorated her crowded LA apartment.

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We used to keep our finances separate, but combining our money improved our marriage

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Louisa Rogers and her husband Barry on their 44th wedding anniversary sitting outside at a cafe table. When Louisa Rogers and her husband Barry decided to combine their finances, it improved their marriage.
When Louisa Rogers and her husband Barry decided to combine their finances, it improved their marriage.

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I'm a Democrat and my best friend is a Republican. Here's how we make our friendship work.

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Barbara Field and her friend TC are on opposite sides of the political spectrum.

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We left our boxes in storage for a year when our move was interrupted. Minimalism worked out well for us.

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Fern Reiss (not pictured) put all her belongings into a storage unit when she sold her apartment. But when the buyer fell through, she decided to keep them there.

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I went car-free in the suburbs when my vehicle needed repairs. I'm happier and healthier, and wish I did it sooner.

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Michael Kavate on his bike with a dog in the basket.
After selling his car, Michael Kavate felt happier and healthier.

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