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Topic : 10/31 "Spoiled and Entitled?"

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Created on : Friday, October 28, 2005, 02:09:21 pm
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Are we raising a generation of ungrateful children? Sabrina and Jessica say they have the most spoiled nephews in North America. They get every toy they ask for -- all they have to do is whine. Their sister, Melissa, says her sons aren't spoiled, they're just kids who like toys. Are her sisters just jealous of her lifestyle? Next, Dori admits that her 13-year-old son, Parker, is spoiled. Parker says he won't take no for an answer, and even has a strategy for getting everything he wants. Then, Joan says her 14-year-old daughter, Jacquie, is a snob, and her need for trendy clothes is turning her into a materialistic monster. Can Dr. Phil help Jacquie change her ways? Plus, Lauren spends her entire paycheck shopping, but with no money in her checking account, she worries that she could be headed for trouble. Her mom, Diane, says she's not worried, it's just Lauren's way of relaxing. Share your thoughts, join the discussion.

 

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November 30, 2006, 5:15 pm PST

Incredible...

 I find it incredible that people seem to be afraid to say "NO" or I can't afford to do this.

Growing up, both my parents worked and probably could have afforded many of the things my brother and I wanted.   We had what we needed and some of the things we wanted.  I can remember wanting a remote controlled car (early 1950s).  I was told that I could have it when I earned the money to buy it.  It was this way with many things. 

My brother and I learned to save and could only get the things we could afford.  It was not unusual for our parents to tell us "we cannot afford this.  If you want it, you will have to earn the money and buy it."

This was used with my kids too.  They had what they needed an a few of some of the things they wanted.  My kids NEVER had a NEW bicycle.  My oldest daughter wanted some designer jeans.  My wife got some at the salvation army store for $3.00.  My daughter was happy and we DID NOT put a sign on them saying they came from the salvation army store.

All of my kids are grown - chronologically. One -- ???...In any case, they are all productive and paying their own way.  Unfortunately, some seem to have not leaned that they cannot afford to give the kids everything.
 
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