Judge Greg Mathis

I was watching Judge Greg Mathis and he state a phrase I thought was so very important.

People buy what they want and beg for what they need.

This is the philosphophy of a lot of young people today. When they have money, they buy what ever they want, and put all the current and future expenses aside. Then they have to beg, borrow or steal the remainder of money they need.

This is a situation of instant gratification and monetary insecurity. These people either are used to a life where they get instant gratification or are afraid their money situation will always (or has always) deprived them of their desires. They are going to get what they can, while they can, and screw the consequences because they are always going to be poor irregardless.

This philosophy is undercutting the quality of life of a lot of people. It is the bane of modern America. Parent's, please be aware of the existence of this mentality and give your children an allowance and teach them about money. If you can't be an example for them, please enroll them in classes. They need to have a bright future.