11. Trim the Veggies Before You Pay
If your grocery store charges by weight, don’t pay for what you won’t eat.
Twist off pepper stems, cut the tops off beets, or snap off extra stalks before checkout.
It’s not about being cheap — it’s about being practical.
Why pay for stems that end up in the trash?
12. Save That Cold Shower Water
You know that 20-second wait before the shower turns hot? That’s water you’re literally throwing down the drain.
Keep a small bucket nearby and capture it. Use it later for plants, toilet flushing, or cleaning.
It’s low effort, high payoff — especially in dry months when every drop counts.
