But I also want to note that having a budget is most important for coordination. I think this is what microcovid was originally designed for – you have a bunch of roommates, or people in a quaranbubble, and you want to agree on how you interact with the world. Giving everyone a budget is easier than a more complicated set of rules.
If you’re living on your own or with one person (i.e. close friend or romantic partner) who’s easy to stay in sync with, then it’s less important, unless you find it helpful for your own thinking.
I think gjm made some good points.
But I also want to note that having a budget is most important for coordination. I think this is what microcovid was originally designed for – you have a bunch of roommates, or people in a quaranbubble, and you want to agree on how you interact with the world. Giving everyone a budget is easier than a more complicated set of rules.
If you’re living on your own or with one person (i.e. close friend or romantic partner) who’s easy to stay in sync with, then it’s less important, unless you find it helpful for your own thinking.