I am a lot better putting cash into the safe than money in a bank.
Put aside 40 every 2 weeks for gas, about 20 every 2 weeks for shop food (hot pockets and whatnot). Pay for everything in cash from a pack of gum to a 6k paint job.
Carry cash on you instead of debit/credit cards. Know what you have to spend, cant loose track, cant spend anymore.