Simple budget for a tight month - what worked for you?

My income is now a fraction of what it was as an administrative assistant and I am trying to cover the essentials. I listed needs and wants and cut a few subscriptions. Any apps or methods?

A paper list of bills by due date helped me more than an app. I could see the month at a glance.

I called each lender and asked for a hardship plan. Two agreed to lower payments for a few months.