I use the green bottle sliding scale framework to price my services equitably. I give thanks to Alexis J. Cunningfolk for developing the green bottle method.
"For a sliding scale to work it relies on the principles of truthfulness, respect for complexity, and accountability. I do not ask for income verification. I trust my clients to be honest. Community thrives when accountability is a central value, because that is where trust grows and depth work can be done." - AJC
* Basic needs: food, housing, bills, transport.
** Expendable income: able to buy coffee out, dine out, go to the cinema/theatre/concerts, buy new clothes, books, and similar items each month.