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Originally Posted by Bristol  People post comments about how other people have a scarcity mindset when something they have been piking is construed as "too expensive" by some people. This stance usually comes across as a defensive posture - one that's designed to somehow elevate the poster to a higher level by dumping those who are having trouble finding a way to pay for the product/service into the "scarcity mindset" stereotype…
Maybe then we can call those people to have a "neutral mindset" or something like that…
Dumping people in a generic "scarcity mindset" group because they can't afford something they would like to have, IMHO, is a sign of arrogance…
And now that it's a new world for these people, suddenly, those "down there" have a scarcity mindset... |
@Bristol: Is it possible that your objections (if that’s what they are) are more about you feeling defensive about being tagged with the “scarcity mindset” label and less about the actual merits of Steve’s article? I get the sense that your original and subsequent posts stem from you feeling personally insulted in some way. All of the references that I underlined jumped out at me. Being thought of as one of "those people", or being dumped, or being labeled in any way that you interpret as inferior seems to really chap your hide, so to speak.
If I am right, may I humbly suggest that you examine the accuracy of those beliefs and any others that they might be connected to? You already know that empowerment (not to mention ridiculous amounts of joy) are on the other side of inaccurate thoughts.
Disclaimer: I FREELY ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I COULD BE DEAD WRONG. It wouldn't be the first time!
If so, don’t hesitate to say, “No, that’s the exact opposite of what I was thinking/feeling!” Or words to that effect. Or even better, completely ignore this post!