March 15, 2014
Hairstylists are compelled to tip, those in the law professional round-up in quarter hour increments, entrepreneurs have a budget in mind, hourly wagers calculate to the minute, food service workers pay in coin, laborers generally give me money orders, County workers post date checks to coincide with their monthly paycheck, salaried folks think nothing of plunking down the full amount and compliment me with a referral.
Money is a difficult subject for most, conversation turns to lack versus how to manage it well. Everyone holds onto their own idea of what "enough" means yet it is usually evident where their loyalties lay when handed a menu. People comfortable with their finances turn to the left side, selecting the ingredients they want on their plate. Those squirming in their seats about their financial situation lean to the right, choosing based on the price.
Wouldn't society be fiscally healthier if we could actually have a conversation about meeting in the middle of the menu, talking about our views, reactions, investment enlightenment, and saving tips over a healthy slice of Red Devil Cake?
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