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
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.”
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Just Your Average Trashy Beggingchooser Transaction
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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.
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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.
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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?
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Spare A Thought For This Poor Girl Who Has Been Dealt The Injustice Of Being Gifted A Mere $32,400 For Her Wedding 😢
Maybe unpopular opinion, parents shouldn't be burdened by kid's wedding. I have seen too many parent suffer for this. If you can't afford to get married extravagantly, do it simply.
You're absolutely right. If my parents WANT to gift me money for a wedding I'd think about it but I wouldn't except a big amount. It wouldn't feel right. And I'd never ASK about it. They already paid for so much when growing up. I think they've done more than enough
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Good for them. I honestly don't understand why people expect to get anything for weddings. If your family deemed it important enough to spend that kind of money on a wedding--and had the SURPLUS to put aside 60k for 2 weddings-- that's their prerogative but it's not a priority for a lot of people including myself. 30k on a wedding is ridiculous to me. But hey--if that's what your family wants to spend it on that's up to them. You should be grateful for what you are GIFTED as it is not mandatory. Don't concern yourself about what other people are doing with their money. 2200 was very generous and should be viewed as that.
Wow. In the unlikely event I ever get married, I want a barbeque in the back yard, a chocolate cake with chocolate frosting, and I will not be wearing white, thank you. I want plenty of good food for all, and we WILL play Balderdash. And if that costs more than $2000, I'd be astonished.
I went to a wedding (gamer couple) where there was a different board game at every table and no assigned seats. Was awesome.
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If you're going to be old-fashioned and have your parents participate in paying for your wedding then go all the way and have only the bride's parents pay for the wedding and have the groom's parents pay for the rehearsal dinner. Otherwise admit that it's 2022 and be a grown up about it and pay for your own wedding and be grateful for the gift you received. Or elope. And spend the money on building your future and not on one day of a party.
It’s not always the couple that wants a big wedding. We did not want a wedding. My parents insisted and paid for it all. We made sure it was very small, ceremony and dinner in same place, used my phone for music, catering was owned by a friend, etc. No idea what they spent but I hope it wasn’t a lot because again, we did not ask for it and even tried to turn it down.
I feel sorry for him... Reminds.me of a friend of my dad's who bought a $6,000 engagement ring to propose with and she made him return it and get an $8,000 ring because, and I quote, "I'm worth it."
I really don't understand this whole parents paying for weddings and education. I'm from the UK and not a single person I know had their parents pay for their further education. Traditionally, the brides parents would pay for the wedding.
Wow, for that price, I'll do a cheap wedding and keep the rest for a house deposit!
That's what we did!! Small family wedding and bought a house 20 years ago that has quadrupled in value thanks to the insane California market. We're still married too!
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You want to get married, pay for it yourself and/or go cheaper. Not every parent can afford to fund your adult life style. People forget, its 1 day, 1 DAY, in your whole life. In 5 years time ask people what your cake looked like, what did the table decorations look like, what food did you eat etc, most wont remember. Be gracious for any monetary gifts, it comes out of their pockets and they, no doubt, could use that money for themselves. (my experience, I've gotten married and planned the wedding myself w/husband, yes it was amazing and yes it was on the cheaper side, $7.5k including everything from dress, to ring, to reception, I didn't have expensive anything but it was beautiful and memorable. We thought, saved money better spent towards a house which lasts much longer than 1 DAY) we bought a house 6mths later. No kids at this stage so it was easier to save and I am the queen if cheap
I really loathe that antiquated tradition. Women aren't property. Especially when the daughter is a bridezilla who would bankrupt her parents for one day of her life. My one cousin did this to my aunt and uncle and was divorced within 3 years.
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I didn't expect anything. Still got a modest dress sewn by father's partner. Went to the office, had a short potluck cake meeting, came back for a dinner with the closest family, went to the new home. The end. I organised potluck wedding for someone else as well. Low cost, everyone happy.
Why didn't the bride work hard and set aside a wedding and education fund for herself too?
I think this is a traditional that really needs to go away. Once you've gotten married, if your parents want to contribute to your future (like a down payment on a house) fine. I've seen many weddings canceled where the parents were out buckets of money because of non-refundable deposits. My sister & her fiance spent upwards of $40k and split within 2 years. Focus on your MARRIAGE, not the expensive 6 hour party.
Traditionally, the bride's parents paid for the wedding. This could be quite unfair, depending on circumstances, but if you can't hold a wedding for $32,000 then perhaps you should just elope. Or maybe marry into *serious* money, as that seems to be what you value more than a relationship.
Wow! How lucky he's going to have you as his everlasting wedding gift.
Why is this still a thing? I paid for my own damned wedding!! I the parents wish to gift this, great..but to EXPECT it? GTFOH
Well few things pay for your own wedding or if your going for " it's traditional " then the brides family pay not the grooms You are lucky that your family can contribute that much and you should be grateful to his paternal for they're though Also a marriage is more than a wedding
hopefully her fiance's parents will outlive her marriage so hard done by her fiance's inheritance
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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.
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Cannot afford to pay people a living wage? Maybe find a new corporate job then.
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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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