They say that beggars can't be choosers. And they're wrong. There are plenty of people who try to exploit the generosity of others even though they are in no position to do so.
And you can find them on the aptly-titled subreddit 'Begging Choosers.' Created in 2017, its 27K members are constantly sharing with one another the worst examples of entitlement.
From demanding sellers give them products for free to attending only those BBQs that give away fancy sodas, continue scrolling to meet the bunch who think that the whole world revolves around them.
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A Nice Comeback!
I Love It When People Get What They Deserve
I mean I get it but it is kind of mean to make them actually go somewhere under the pretense they got it at that price. Why not just say no?
Because maybe he'll think twice before low balling someone else in future
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You know it’s just haggling. That’s still very common in most of the world. Some cultures love it. We in the West are so used to inflexible pricing it seems arrogant to try this. But really who does benefit more, the seller of the buyer?
Artists and just freelancers appear to be especially susceptible to choosing beggars. Author Len Cristobal thinks their ridiculous offers sometimes come from what she calls distance.
“People rarely see artists, their sleeves rolled up and hunched over a desk, studying various elements of design, principles, software, methods, materials, trends, histories, and relevant industries in order to hone their craft, find opportunities where their skill set is needed, and produce sensible artwork,” Cristobal wrote.
“There are people who believe that artists deserve low pay because their work does not require technical skills — as if art is produced solely by impulse, vanity, or some internal dissonance.”
This Was A Thread To A Post About A Family Going To The Wrong Concert
Buyers Remorse? Sellers Regret More Like It!
Shamelessness Is Far Away From The Confidence
But some of these scrooges seem to be aware of what they doing.
These acts might also have something to do with human nature. Psychologist and decision researcher Eva Krockow, Ph.D., for example, said people experience a pleasant high after receiving a freebie in an expensive world where we frequently have to pay even for visiting a public toilet.
I guess nobody will be able to avoid such clients while working in a people-oriented industry. So I guess the only thing we can do is make funny posts and laugh about them.
Found Itw
I’ve never used the ‘I’m a single mom’ excuse, so far that’s what I’m seeing, they should respond with, can’t you get it from your baby daddy
Posted On Cartoonist Jason Chatfield's Twitter. Felt Fitting Here
$20 Shouldn’t Make A Difference
That being said, helping others for nothing in return, ironically, is pretty beneficial to you.
Turns out, generosity, just like a healthy diet, exercise, and good genes, increases your life span.
A study at the University of Michigan revealed that the positive effects of generosity include improving one's mental and physical health and promoting longevity.
Manager Refuses To Allow Employee To Go To College Graduation Ceremony
It’s not like the employer did not recognize all her work ethnics and loyalty, he/she did but still did this, then it will never kick in what they have done
Poor People Androids
Spotted On Good Old Facebook
Not The Water Bottle!
In another Michigan study, which traced 2,700 people over 10 years, researchers discovered that men who did regular volunteer work had death rates 2.5 times lower than men who didn't. Generosity can help reduce stress, support one's physical health, and enhance one's sense of purpose.
Did I Get One?!?! I Think I Got One. It’s A $60 Entrance Table
Just Your Average Trashy Beggingchooser Transaction
Begging For Free Swimming Lessons For Her Child
Jesus Is Watching
However, it's important to note that the form of generosity that most benefits us isn't measured in a dollar amount or a physical gain, rather, it's the sensitivity we offer another person that matters. The more directly we see our efforts impact someone else, the more we gain from the experience of giving.
Stop Promising Shit You Don't Own To Your Kids!
Hate People That Do This
I Want Something For Taking Your Free Item
Aww, You Have To Draw It Now!
Generosity is a natural confidence builder and repellent of self-hatred. It actively combats feelings of isolation and depression. People who battle depression have been shown to benefit from volunteering, as it gives them a sense of value and purpose while placing them in a social environment.
But of course, if someone is rude to us and manages to push every one of our buttons, I think it's safe to say it's not an environment we want to be a part of.
Hiring A Free Wedding Photographer (Found Screenshot On Twitter)
The University Of Begging Choosers
Was At School, Came Home And Went On My Phone Just To See This
When did people get so impatient? Talk about shooting yourself in the foot…
Or Maybe You Could Bring The Soda You Like?
What A Catch
Spare A Thought For This Poor Girl Who Has Been Dealt The Injustice Of Being Gifted A Mere $32,400 For Her Wedding 😢
Joke Or Not?
Marine Strong
This is something that as a foreigner that wasn't raised in the USA but living in it could never understand. Why do people glorify the army do much? It's like they are celebrities willing to kill brown people overseas. No wonder why some of them have such a big ego. I also have a job and I contribute to society with it. I don't get free college and nobody thank me for my service.
Karen Would Like A $10.00 An Hour Nanny
Cannot afford to pay people a living wage? Maybe find a new corporate job then.
Put A Add Up On Fb Marketplace Saying I’ll Build You A PC And I Get This
The definition of "customer" is "a person or organization that BUYS goods or services from a store or business."
Dependapotamus Karen
Holy s**t. Take me and my kids around for free but also pay for a babysitter for yours and don't be rude and just do it because I said so
I Was Literally Selling It For 10 Dollars
James Gunn Shared This On Instagram
Tempting
Is that pheasants, ot peasants? I could not support anyone who is serfing the web.
Looking For A Live In Nanny Willing To Take Care Of 2 Kids For 100 A Week
For context that’s $14 a day and about 50c an hour if you count all 24 hours, on top of having to pay for rent. 50 dang cents for an hour. Ridiculous. Edit: Goofed my math the first time
Yes, I Could Just Go Buy One But I’d Rather You Give Me One For Free
Money Is Tight, So Please Make Us Free Decor. For No Reason
Listed My Old Bluetooth Speaker For 18 Bucks And I Was Gonna Give It To Him For 10 Freaking Bucks But Then This Happened Smh
$2 An Hour But Free Snacks!!
Says their kids are important to them but is willing to leave them with whatever idiot will do a full day’s work for the price of a pizza. You get what you pay for darling…
This Woman Begs For Things Daily On Facebook In Our Neighborhood Group
We had someone like that in our family - it took one cousin saying ‘listen, nobody but nobody has brand new or like new double mattresses just lying around for free. Those things take up space. If you go free you’re gonna get whatever someone wants to throw out. Stains included’ before she shut up.
“Influencer” Throws Fit. Attempts To Throw St Louis Restaurant Under The Bus
Take Me Out, You'll Have Fun
🤔🤔 Feel The Bern
Stranger With Laptop Ruins Christmas, For Shame
I overheard someone willing to offer professional services for a very low hourly rate. I was seething. I get they were trying to be nice, but it is also undermining everyone in your profession. They'll always be thinking "I can find someone of good quality cheaper" simply because you wanted to be nice. I felt bad about being upset, but it irritates me. It is actually a disservice to be "nice" in that way without at least educating the person asking that this is lower than acceptable in normal circumstances
As a child I once made a cup of tea for a beggar, man was conplaining about the cup.
The thing about wanting childcare for $2 an hour is that you should NEVER trust someone who is willing to do childcare for $2 an hour.
But $20/hr....seriously...where I live childcare workers do not make that. I MAKE that. If I had to pay that I couldn't work
Load More Replies... I overheard someone willing to offer professional services for a very low hourly rate. I was seething. I get they were trying to be nice, but it is also undermining everyone in your profession. They'll always be thinking "I can find someone of good quality cheaper" simply because you wanted to be nice. I felt bad about being upset, but it irritates me. It is actually a disservice to be "nice" in that way without at least educating the person asking that this is lower than acceptable in normal circumstances
As a child I once made a cup of tea for a beggar, man was conplaining about the cup.
The thing about wanting childcare for $2 an hour is that you should NEVER trust someone who is willing to do childcare for $2 an hour.
But $20/hr....seriously...where I live childcare workers do not make that. I MAKE that. If I had to pay that I couldn't work
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