A budget does far more than track expenses; it can positively influence many parts of your life. If you have been resistant about budgeting, you could reconsider, because having a budget helps you 1) have more control of your life, rather than money controlling you; 2) reduce domestic conflict; 3) improve your sleep; 4) reduce worry; 5) increase feelings of optimism; 6) improve your mood; 7) stop doom-and-gloom thinking; 8) save money; 9) help others (budgets often include a "giving back" section); 10) focus on shared family goals that bring you closer together. Can you think of more?