Generosity Amnesia: When Hardship Fades from Memory


I was flabbergasted by the ridiculous charade we put on, pretending that everything is hunky-dory with our families when in reality, it's a hot mess. Being alone for a short period opened my eyes to the fact that ideas and reality are two completely different beasts. The cost of living was through the roof, forcing me to make sacrifices left and right just to afford the essentials. It made me realize the immense responsibility that falls on the shoulders of guardians and parents, constantly struggling to foot the bills. I learned the hard way how to manage limited resources and even when resources were abundant, the importance of being responsible and not making unnecessary demands.
What I couldn't wrap my head around is why some people, after going through tough times, have this insatiable desire to live a life of luxury. They gladly accept the kindness and generosity of others without a second thought about how those generous souls earned the resources to support them. It boggles my mind! I had the misfortune of encountering a friend who shared with me the hardships they and others faced while away from their usual stomping grounds.
As I pieced everything together, it became painfully clear that those who have experienced hardship, when faced with generosity, conveniently forget all the struggles and assume everything is peachy keen. They fail to acknowledge the tireless efforts of those who work day and night to provide for them. Until they learn to fend for themselves and truly understand the harsh realities of life, they will forever remain oblivious to the true struggles of existence.

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