Lottery Winner’s Friendship Shattered After Unexpected Demand Sparks Fiery Fallout
As per Ronald E. Riggio, Ph.D., some lottery winners squander their jackpot because they lack self-control and financial management skills. “The power associated with newfound wealth can also lead a winner to excess and intoxicating feelings that ‘I can do anything,’” he writes in a piece on Psychology Today.
“The most successful winners stay grounded and maintain their perspectives. They are prudent, and do not engage in reckless spending or behavior. They plan next steps and seek help from trusted investment professionals. They use the money to improve their lives and those of their loved ones. They realize that the most important aspect of winning the lottery is the freedom from financial pressures and the opportunities provided from additional resources.”
After reading the dramatic AITA post, many internet users weighed in with their thoughts about personal finances, spending, saving, and earning a fair wage. The story garnered 2.2k comments and 18k upvotes as it went viral online. Unfortunately, the author’s account got suspended, so we were unable to reach out to them for an update.
We’d love to hear your perspective, Pandas! What would you have done differently if you were in the babysitter’s shoes and your friends refused to pay you properly for your services, despite being relatively wealthy? Do you know anyone who’s ever won the lottery? How did the windfall change them? You can share your opinions in the comments section at the bottom of this post.
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