In today’s economic uncertainty it is a smart idea to set a certain amount of money aside each month. How much? $20 or $30 per month is sufficient. It will enable you to add to your stockpile for lean times.
Ideas of things to stockpile (on sale!) include: toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, laundry detergent, and batteries.
With a little extra planning – ahead of time – you can weather those lean times a lot easier.