Things You Shouldn't Say To Someone Who Is Broke
“Don’t Be Cheap” And Other Things To Avoid Saying To Someone Who’s Broke
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“Broke” is a term that many of us use rather loosely. Sometimes it means that you have very little money to spare. Other times, you’re working with the literal definition of the word. But in most cases when someone claims they’re broke, it means they are unemployed or underemployed, living from paycheck to paycheck, have no money left after paying bills (or setting money aside for savings), or have fallen on hard times. Can you relate?
No matter the case, someone who’s “broke” and actively working to ameliorate their financial situation by making smart money choices may not appreciate your unsolicited advice or pointed commentary about what’s in (or isn’t in) their wallet. That’s not to say you shouldn’t participate in healthy discussions about money. In fact, depending on the situation, refraining from doing so can potentially be damaging. But there are certain ways to approach the subject for any and all parties involved. So if you get the side-eye when you say one of the following things, don’t say you hadn’t been warned!
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I Told You About Your Frivolous Spending
You might have been around every step of the way when a certain someone in your life went from having a decent amount of money to having a lot less money. If that happened due to addiction or mental illness, hopefully, they’re getting the help they need to recover mentally, physically and financially. Regardless, blaming someone for their current financial status does little to help their situation.
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Don’t Be Cheap
I’m sorry, do you have direct, first-hand knowledge of what’s in my wallet? Better yet, my bank account? No? I didn’t think so, so please don’t tell me I’m being cheap by spending a specific or certain amount of money, or if I’m refraining from spending at all.
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It Only Costs…
Saying “It only costs” so and so piggybacks off of “Don’t be cheap.”
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You Can Afford More
Again, how do you know exactly what I can and can’t afford?
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What Do You Mean You Can’t Afford More?
Are you trying to make me feel bad? Because it’s working…
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Can I Borrow…?
Look, Bruh Man. Didn’t I just tell you my behind is broke? Would love to help you out when I’m back on my feet, but I can barely help myself right now.
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- Adonis Dfetty Immediately Stirs Up Drama And Fist Fights In ‘Bad Boys Texas’ House
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In Your Face!
If someone derives pleasure from seeing you when you’re financially down and out, they’re clearly not Team You.
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I’m Broke, Too
If you try to empathize with someone who’s broke by feigning being broke when you’re clearly not – don’t. Just don’t.
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- Tyler Perry And Byron Allen Are In Talks To Acquire BET From Paramount
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
