Money influence to life very much

Vietnam
August 29, 2011 3:43am CST
We know that money can't buy happiness. But money influence to life (happiness) very much. My neighbor is a young family. They have two sons. One of them is 12 years old, one is about 11 months. There are many argument occur between the couple if the husband can't earn enough money for their life. I notice that their family will be very happy if they can earn enough money, if not, they can't keep calm down and they are easy to get angry with each other.
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20 responses
• Malaysia
31 Aug 11
Yes that's true, money really influence peoples' life. It's so arrogant to say that money can't buy happiness. Basic needs require money, it's the start to lead for happiness when basic needs are fulfilled. Then as normal people we need something that can make life better which brings us to more happiness. When we happy we can avoid all these negative attitude and thinking. Didn't it all derived by money starting from getting basic needs?
@anil02 (24688)
• India
30 Aug 11
Money is must in these days to survive. Without money one cannot survive. Every one must be do their job honestly to earn money. Although here is no such gauge to measure enough money to spend peaceful life.
@stephcjh (38473)
• United States
29 Aug 11
Yes. It is very hard to make it and be happy in life if you do not have enough money to pay the bills, buy food, and have money to buy some extra things we want.
@derek_a (10874)
30 Aug 11
Money plays a huge part in life, but I think if we pursue it too much, it can cause great misery. As a Zen practitioner, I am in mind of what the Buddha discovered which was that "desire is the source of suffering". So to pursue money or anything else for that matter, doesn't bring much happiness. I have looked back through my life and found this to be so true. I think it is a good idea to look back and see if it's happened to you too. It can be quite revealing. _Derek
• United States
30 Aug 11
Although as a family they really need to work together in resolving financial issues, there are many times that financial issues causes a lot of tension and stress. Sadly sometimes issues escalate to the point that every little thing will then bother them as the stressing over the financial issues is very over bearing.
@jricky1 (6800)
• China
30 Aug 11
Money does influence our life,it is indeed that money could not buy happiness,but nowadays in the world,we need money and we could use it to buy so much things we want so as to meet our demands.It's like a necessary medium.But overall,just keep a calm attitude towards money,it is not a all-purpose things.
@maximax8 (31053)
• United Kingdom
29 Aug 11
If a person is really struggling in life he or she won't be happy. Should a person have enough money to live and enjoy life he or she will be happy. If a person has way too much money he or she would not be likely to value all of it. Nothing will be special for that sort of very wealthy person. Having lots of money doesn't buy happiness. At the moment the world is in a recession. I am sorry to hear that your neighbor is experiencing money problems. I notice a wide age range between their children. The younger of their child is still a baby and babies cost a lot in diapers, milk and clothing. I wish that the husband will get a pay rise. Good luck to that family.
@sswallace21 (1824)
• United States
29 Aug 11
Not being able to provide for your family can be stressful. I'm sure they are doing the best they can with what they have. Unfortunately, the bills still come in whether you are working or not. They need to remember to be kind to each other and deal with financial issues on a more relistic level. Yelling and scream does not solve anything. It just causes mental pain. Best Wishes!
@pahak627 (4558)
• Philippines
29 Aug 11
I agree with you. Money can influence happiness in life. We can observe that couples who belong to the low income group always quarrel because of money. That alone is an example of money's influence. Just like your example in this discussion. Also in hospitals, patients without money deposits will not be attended immediately compared to those who already deposited.
• India
29 Aug 11
It is true that money cannot buy happiness and money does really make a difference in life.It is very diifiicult if the hesd of the family is not able to earn enough to fullfill the needs of his family.I can understand the problems ur neighbours family is facing,cost of living is so high today that its really difficult for an average family to cope up with it.But instead of arguing,i would say they should mutually sit down and try to overcome it.If his wife is educated she can surely help her husband.
@Fragab (128)
• Philippines
29 Aug 11
Money is important, that is true. While money is what makes the world go round, it is not what makes it happy. In the case of this family, I think that they just need to look at the brighter side of things. They are probably fighting because they do not appreciate what they have. If they can only look behind the difficulties, perhaps they will learn to be more satisfied with their lives.
• Philippines
29 Aug 11
I only see two solutions to help this couple with their problem about the breadwinner not being able to earn enough and to provide adequately for the family. One, if the woman is a full-time housewife, she can do a small business on the side while looking after her children. You know, like maybe try to plant something on the backyard and then later sell them when harvest time comes. The plants may take some time to grow but instead of just whining and putting up an argument with the husband, why not put that such waste of time of complaining into something that can be more fruitful? Second, the couple needs to tighten up their belts because of the limited funds that they have. Spend less on the wants and focus more on the needs. Money is not everything. But it does affect every aspect of our life. But would you rather be angry with the world, be mad with every person you meet and break any relationships you have with your husband, your wife or your children just because you don't have enough money? What do you get for earning the whole world and yet loses your soul?
@legrande (68)
• India
29 Aug 11
obviously!! we need to live money to get our things and make others happy in this world. money is needed to gift others, get sme happiness by changing the environment around u and even for a peaceful living... Shelter, clothes and foood --- only money can get these!!!
@WakeUpKitty (8694)
• Netherlands
29 Aug 11
Yes money does influence (state of) life very much. I do believe money can buy happiness. Only people who have enough money say it can not. Good health(care), good food, a trip, vacation, celebrating birthday, etc etc.. this all we need and kids need to feel the happiness. This all you can buy if you have money, plenty of money. Without enough money to pay your bills you only have sorrows.
@adhyz82 (36249)
• Indonesia
29 Aug 11
Of course even though a children know that money is influencing all aspects of human life even for buying candy, we need the money
@Fireheart (683)
• India
29 Aug 11
For short time happiness that money surely can buy for them but not long enough that they will surely get greedy and ask for more and more money, it is better to live with what you get, happiness is something that can be achieved by satisfied person with what he has. If the husband earned a bit more to feed their family and enough to buy what is needed then that would have kept them quiet for a short period of time.
@Cutie18f (9551)
• Philippines
29 Aug 11
I think money is the number one reason why couples or people fight. The absence of it especially for a family can create problems that lead to arguments. And yes, when there is enough money, people tend to be happy and kind to others.
29 Aug 11
Hi tkonlinevn, Money is one of the factors that cause the breakdown of marriages. Quarrel breaks out when couples can't provide the basic needs of family members for lack of money. Food, clothing and proper shelter are immediate needs of the family. If there is no money to buy things, people become short-tempered. They easily get angry. They are depressed with their living conditions. Yes, it is said that 'money can't buy happiness'. But, maybe, there is an exception. For families who live in poverty, money could buy them many things. It could buy food, clothes for the children, build a durable house, send children to school, and could be used to buy medicines. The family could live in better living conditions. And, it affects their attitude or outlook in life. They are contented and happy.
• China
29 Aug 11
For such problem,i want to offer a little opinion of mine. If a family has enough money and the couple will never be anxious about that they can't afford everything. So there is no any reason for their quarreling becasue of lack of money. If lack of money always obsesses a family,of course,what the family worry about is no money. The topic the couple discuss can't leave money. as a result, they will quarrel for money.
• Ireland
29 Aug 11
I think when you have no money, it is hard to think of anything else. When you need things and you can not just get up and go to the shop it is a hard thing to deal with. It must be so much harder for Parents not being able to provide for their children too. I currently have no job and no money, and I am finding it hard to think of anything else. I hate to think how I would feel if I had children and be in this situation.