Bangalore: Most of us are working on our budget and we opt for various ways to cut on our spending and save every buck we earn. We limit the amount we spend on those delicious cookies and tempting hot coffee. We carefully calculate our spending and also stay on track. Weekends are enchanting opportunities for spending money. We meet few friends and then what happens next is so predictable. We blow our budget for the week. We don't want to admit if we have money problems when somebody else does not. Friends can lead you to spend a significant amount more. They can make you think less consciously about your budget. We obviously can't give up our friends and spend all of our nights at home alone or with or significant other. Instead follow these tips to cope with social spending situations: When you are with friends there is a tendency for you spend money recklessly. There are many things big and small that you simply cannot afford. So prepare yourself mentally on how you would manage your finances when you are out. Set a rule saying that you spend money on things you can't afford. Don't put it on credit, and make sure that the money is locked up. If you feel a dinner out with friends is going to drain out your budget, then simply say no or try and have smaller dishes rather than the main meal which save your money. Or you suggest an alternative plan to your friends. Invite your friends over for dinner and cook a meal for them which will definitely not cost you much. It's easier to save money and do cheap or free things if you have a friend who is doing the same thing. If you have a friend's support, even if it is just one, it is easier to control yourself. No one would be interested in listening about your money problems all the time, but you should share with close friends that you are trying to stick to a budget.