Mindset Divide: Wealth vs Poverty

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CyberTokenSenior Member
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#1Aug 10, 2020, 09:05 AM
Ask anyone about the rich and poor, and they’ll say it’s all about money. Sure, but it runs deeper than that. Mindset plays a huge role. Rich folks create wealth, while many poor folks stay in their comfort zones. They buy things that lose value instead of investing.
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omega23Newbie
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#2Aug 12, 2020, 07:20 AM
Sudden wealth rarely lasts. People who get rich overnight often end up broke again. But those who grow their wealth slowly tend to manage it better. It's about understanding how to keep what you have.
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gas_2016Member
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#3Aug 12, 2020, 09:54 AM
You nailed it! The poor often lack the mindset to make smart purchases. They see a rich guy drop cash on luxury stuff, not realizing that’s profit from smart investments, not their main funds.
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kevin_atlasFull Member
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#4Aug 12, 2020, 10:43 PM
Exactly! Some poor people get a big payday and splurge on luxury cars or expensive gadgets without thinking ahead. They forget about the bills and maintenance costs that come with that lifestyle.
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alpha2020Senior Member
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#5Aug 13, 2020, 03:49 AM
It’s all about mindset, right? Even if poor folks have a chance, if they don’t change their thinking, they’ll just waste the money on useless stuff. Gotta learn to be productive with what you have.
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#6Aug 13, 2020, 05:45 AM
True, but schools don’t teach us this stuff. They don’t prepare us for entrepreneurship or financial management. So, we often miss out on learning how to think like the rich.
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diamond_minerFull Member
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#7Aug 13, 2020, 11:54 AM
But hold up, not all rich people are savvy with money. Some might get lucky or inherit wealth. There are poor folks who can manage money well, too. It’s not just about being rich or poor.
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0xPixelNewbie
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#8Aug 13, 2020, 12:38 PM
I agree. Some people invest in their appearance because they believe it’ll help their career or social circle. But we should clarify what we mean by ‘rich’ here.
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stack42Newbie
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#9Aug 13, 2020, 04:52 PM
Right, not everyone fits into these categories neatly. Some poor folks can turn their luck around with the right mindset and actions. Many rich people started with nothing.
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its_matrixSenior Member
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#10Aug 13, 2020, 09:45 PM
Mindset is key, but it’s also about experience. If you’ve only lived paycheck to paycheck, how are you supposed to manage a big sum when it finally comes?
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#11Aug 13, 2020, 11:05 PM
Classic ‘Rich Dad, Poor Dad’ talk. But it’s too simple to split everyone into rich and poor. Context matters. Many poor people know how to grow wealth; they just can’t because of their situation.
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alpha2013Member
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#12Aug 14, 2020, 01:16 AM
When poor people suddenly get money, they often spend it on things they’ve always wanted without thinking of the future. This lifestyle inflation hits hard.
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jake.altSenior Member
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#13Aug 14, 2020, 03:54 AM
So true. Rich people can take risks because they have a safety net. Poor folks have to be careful with each dollar. It’s a tough balance.
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just_lynxFull Member
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#14Aug 14, 2020, 06:40 AM
Rich people invest wisely and know how to generate income. They understand that liabilities like cars can also be used to make money, while for the poor, they just drain funds.
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serHero Member
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#15Aug 14, 2020, 09:23 AM
Don’t blame the schools too much. It’s also about how we learn to be good people before learning about money. If you earn it the wrong way, it won’t help anyone.
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AtomicLedgerFull Member
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#16Aug 14, 2020, 02:03 PM
A teacher once said, wealth earned through hard work brings pride. Quick riches can be hard to keep. People need to be ready to manage what they gain.
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#17Aug 14, 2020, 04:11 PM
Rich folks often get bored of buying liabilities and want to invest instead. After buying everything they want, they turn to productive assets.
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0xDef1Full Member
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#18Aug 14, 2020, 04:42 PM
It’s common to generalize, but there’s always exceptions. Some people know how to save and invest, regardless of their background.
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#19Aug 14, 2020, 05:36 PM
True, but the reality is many poor people think about their unmet desires when they finally get money. They often waste it trying to make up for lost time.
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dan365Member
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#20Aug 14, 2020, 07:16 PM
People live in tough situations, so it’s no wonder they have a weak mindset. But we need to find ways to help them think big and change their lives.
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