We’ve all been there: running out of cash fast and payday seems like an eternity away. How will you survive? Well, as long as you got your life to live and all your love to give, you’ll survive, hey hey!

Here are a few tips to help you live large while on a budget!

8. Instant Noodles Are Your Friend

Instant noodles are one of the quickest, cheapest, and easiest foods to prepare. It’s not exactly one of the healthiest things in the world, so just eat them in moderation.

With a little imagination, you can make a mouthwatering dish fit for a (broke) king! Check out some recipes here.

7. Make Your Own Baon!

Instead of going out to buy lunch, why not make your own baon? You’ll be amazed with the amount you’ll save in the long run.

Easy meals for the kids and kids-at-heart here. Who knows, you might even amaze yourself with some undiscovered mad cooking skillz!

6. Recycle old devices

How much do old cellphones and gadgets sell for? You’ll be pleasantly surprised! Try listing them on Olx and other selling sites. Just make sure you hold on to your old Nokia 3310. Those things practically double as self-defense weapons.

5. Contribute your photos!

Whether you have a bunch of photos lying around, got decent skills with a camera, or have an actual decent camera, why not contribute your photos? Agencies are willing to pay for your photos, and some even give royalties!

4. Become a freelance writer

3. Join a focus group

2. Become an extra

1. DON’T GO SHOPPING

How about you guys? How do you survive being broke? Share your tips and tricks with us in the comments section!