Have you ever had one of those situations where you got invited to a birthday party, but you declined because your funds were low? Or how about an invitation to dinner with friends, but you were broke? Instead of being upfront and explaining your financial situation you just made up an excuse for your absence. “I’m too tired,” “I just ate,” “I have prior obligations,” or “I’m not feeling well” are common excuses most people give. I know I’ve been guilty of this many times in my life. I was too embarrassed to let people know I couldn’t afford to go out and have a good time, so “for the sake of embarrassment” I made up an excuse to not participate.
Why is it that we get this way? Is it because of the chance of people judging our financial status? Some people may think that just because you have a decent paying job you should have money to do as you please. Or they think that just because they’re able to spend freely, you are on the same level as they are. Sadly, life doesn’t work this way! Just because someone makes good money it doesn’t necessarily mean that they have extra to spare. Usually the more money one makes the more bills they tend to have. Don’t forget to add children into the equation! That “free money” that you might’ve had during your “kid free” years has quickly turned into bill money. Let’s quit living in shame and learn to stand in our truth. If you aren’t able to financially afford extra festivities then your answer should be simple as that!
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