<prompt> Human: This is probably my 3rd legitimate attempt at creating a budget, and maybe the first part of my problem is that I use my debit card too often. Its too convenient maybe? Im realizing that the budget and control of finances conversation is really a chicken and egg argument. Does one get control of the spending and then create a budget - or create a budget to get ahold of the spending? Dont get me wrong, Im not literally trying to monitor every penny, but I am in a situation where I need to be pretty strict with finances in order to keep my house. Just looking for tips on creating a budget for those bills that fluctuate every month. Maybe I should take a high and a low for averages. Maybe I just cant get past the idea that budgets dont need to be precise.Any help is appreciated.  <response>: Try using an app like mint. You can connect it to your accounts so it keeps track of income and purchases automatically. 