2026-01-18 14:54 UTC
Replies (6)
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@village604@adultswim.fan 2026-01-18 15:05
Fuck you for suggesting that nuance exists! /S if it wasn't clear.
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@arrow74@lemmy.zip 2026-01-18 15:56
Yes this is true, but in a world where people are struggling more and more to buy basic necessities like groceries and pay their bills it's a bit tone deaf. Yes some people overspend frivolously, but many are just broke after inflation and tariffs
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@iamthetot@piefed.ca 2026-01-18 16:54
I agree in principle, but the article is worded in possibly the worst way to get this across. It should be more along the lines of "don't spend beyond your means".
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@SlurpingPus@lemmy.world 2026-01-18 18:06
One source of entertainment for the past three or so years was seeing on social media how terrified USians are of the prospect of living like people in other countries do.
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@merc@sh.itjust.works 2026-01-18 22:56
Exactly, and it's a cycle. They buy things on credit, carry a balance on their credit cards, owe a lot of money, and the stress gets to them. Eventually they buy things as a way to feel better and relieve the stress. Trying to "not look poor" or "keep up with the Joneses" can lead to real misery. But, if instead you make a budget and save just a little bit every month it can be liberating. Fundamentally, the problem is unequal wealth distribution. But, we should also try to help people live within their means while we attempt to fix that societal issue.
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@tomiant@piefed.social 2026-01-18 18:16
"Buy more stuff to be happy, more, more, MOOORE! No not like that 😡"