The news says we are in a recession. As the wife of a financial advisor, I know this to be true. We took our personal inventory of finances seriously in October 2008. It was the worst market in several years. But, despite the doom and gloom, I am learning that "not having", "not buying" and "not wanting"...is not so bad. My kids learned a new word: no.
"No" is okay to new jeans, a Webkins toy, another game for the Nintendo, or even a school fundraiser. I would rather just give the class school supplies rather than buy ugly, wrapping paper or candles, wouldn't you? "No" works well for me, too. I tell myself "No" to another pair of shoes, new sateen sheets (even if they are on sale), or even a "Venti white chocolate iced latte" . I can say "No" and I am stronger and wiser each time I say it. My kids have adapted to the economy, and they appreciate the things they have much more than they ever have. Maybe this recession is the wake up call we all need to look at what we really have, not what we want. What do you think?
2 comments:
Saying "no" is definitely not a bad thing. My kids are 30 and 31 now, and they frequently tell me how glad they are that they didn't get everything handed to them. Many kids need a fraction of what they're getting today... except when it comes to their parents' attention. That's what's really important.
Our country should have been practicing "no"since the beginning of the industrial revolution.
But you're right, denying oneself of certain luxuries is a plus in my book.
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