2006-12-23 08:22:17 · 20 answers · asked by tina*21 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
i stopped one of my family members from bragging about their money by telling them i was very very happy for them. but at same time i was very very sorry for them. because with all their money, they wasn't near as happy as i am with out it. i also told them to remember what our grandmother always said. a fool and their money soon part from each other. i believe the bragging is a sure sign of being unhappy. you just remember that money will not buy you happiness. it will give you troubles tho. i wish you a merry Christmas, and a happy new year.
2006-12-23 08:44:37 · answer #1 · answered by waljac6108 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Let them enjoy themselves they think they are impressing you.
Some people don't have a lot of friends from working 10 to 12 hours a day. So the only thing they do have is money.
If someone hasn't got anything better in his life than that to talk about feel sorry for them. Our family got together one talked about new additions to the family,complete with baby pictures. Another about weight she lost. Before and after pictures.
One added a back porch. Another got a new to him used car.
The lastest sport, such as football games. The ladies discussed how many calories in pecan pie. Everyone was interest in the war in Iraq. Should we or shouldn't we?
In other words everyone has to talk about something, so if money is there thing. Listen patiently! that's what familys are for.
Do you know how hard it is for a single guy to listen to how cute a baby is when it poops it's pants? And act interested.
that is the price we pay for being in a family.
Or worse, the eternal question. "When are you getting married?"
Maybe I should say, "Do you know how much money I make?"
2006-12-23 08:39:40 · answer #2 · answered by Steven 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
individuals are @ssholes. kin could nicely be even worse. the terrific ingredient you're able to do is be happy for them. while they inform you techniques lots funds they have, say "i'm so happy you have lots funds on your cheap fees" while they brag approximately how lots they earn, say, "you're so blessed to have a job which will pay that lots"... say it with a truthful face and that they are going to provide up the bragging quickly adequate... and remember approximately to be certainly grateful once you get a job and get the hell out of there...in spite of everything, they did no longer ought to shelter you once you have been down...
2016-11-23 13:37:58 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello tina,
You could tell them how Good it makes you feel to hear they are so well off financially. Tell her you hope they are Enjoying every cent of it. Saying something like that could help them hear how stupid it sounds to brag about money, especially someone else's money ;)
Happy Holidays!!
S
2006-12-23 08:27:21 · answer #4 · answered by Sharlene R 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just smile and say 'nice for you' and if the subject doesn't drop, find somewhere to be that you can't hear them. If you move away from them often enough, they should get the hint. If they don't, you can always say, well, money isn't that important to me - or whatever words you might want to use to that effect.
2006-12-23 09:24:27 · answer #5 · answered by Baby'sMom 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I just smile and say "that's great!! I bet you can't wait for Tax Season to come!!" And remind them April 15th is just around the corner!! Kiss Kiss Hug Hug!!
2006-12-23 10:36:57 · answer #6 · answered by pueo882002 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Either ignore it and change the subject, or say, "Oh, how nice for you" in a cool tone of voice. Unfortunately, you can't teach other people manners!
2006-12-23 11:17:58 · answer #7 · answered by Sandy Lou 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
HaHa - I love Jennifer D's answer.
And make sure to put them on the #1 slot on your favorite charity drive or loan list.
2006-12-23 08:29:49 · answer #8 · answered by Solunas 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
you would just ask them... why would it matter that they have money. All that you need in life is family and friends to be with... that is what i think.
2006-12-23 08:29:08 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just walk away and find someone more interesting to talk to
2006-12-23 08:41:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋