Picture: Getty Images/Westend61Having a busy social life doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune. For example, some markets or other public spots may have free entertainment experiences which you can enjoy without having to hurt your pocket. Set a social budgetFinally, Frugal and Thriving recommends giving yourself a realistic monthly social budget. A smaller budget doesn’t have to mean a smaller social life. Also see: Spoiling yourself on a budget: Affordable ideas that feel luxuriousBe the first to know – Join our WhatsApp channel for content worth tapping into.