The 6-jar method is a variation of the envelope method made up by businessman Harv Eker and described by him in the book Secrets of the Millionaire Mind. The idea is to distribute all your income into 6 imaginary jars.

Jar № 1 (55% of your income). This is the money you can use on mandatory payments (rent, food, transport, mortgage).
Jar № 2 (10% of your income). This is the money you spend on yourself (going to the movies, going to restaurants, or buying new clothes).
Jar № 3 (10% of your income). This is the money you spend only on investments and earning passive income in order to be financially free.
Jar № 4 (10% of your income). This is the money you invest in yourself because self-education helps create additional passive income. You might pay for classes or buy books.
Jar № 5 (10% of your income). This is the money you put aside and use as a financial cushion or the money you use to make big purchases, like cars or trips.
Jar № 6 (5% of your income). This is the money you spend on presents for loved ones or charity.

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