I restarted Swagbucks this week and I need to let you know I’ve never had as much trouble gathering points as I had this week through there surveys. This week hasn’t been about big wins—it’s been about showing up. Even though it didn’t work out the way I hopped I’m not giving up because every little penny counts and will help with Christmas.
Its one step in front of the other as I’ve been working on earning through Swagbucks to help build a little extra toward Christmas this year. Some days go smoother than others, and this week definitely tested my patience. But its okay because that is life.
Even though I tried to complete several surveys, I kept getting kicked out before finishing them. That part gets frustrating fast because it feels like you’re putting in the time but not seeing the return. Still, I didn’t walk away with nothing.
I was able to complete my daily poll, finish the other daily tasks, and pick up a few points here and there. It’s not a large amount yet—nothing that feels like it’s making a dent—but it is something. And right now, something is better than nothing.
There’s a mindset shift happening in this journey: it’s not about instant results, it’s about consistency. Small steps. Daily effort. Even when the rewards feel tiny. I won’t pretend it’s easy. There were moments this week where I thought, “Is this even worth it?” But then I remember the goal—Christmas. Not just the holiday itself, but the peace of knowing I tried to create a little extra cushion for it.
So I’m not giving up. Tonight, I’ll try again. Same routine. Same effort. Maybe better luck with the surveys, maybe not—but I’ll still show up and collect whatever I can. Because this isn’t about one good day. It’s about building something slowly, one point at a time, until it adds up to something that actually matters when the season gets here.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
