SEC17 WK:#4: the effects of economic hardships on families
"Picture this Steemians": A pleasing family once in life thriving, now they are navigating through the very stormy seas of economic hardship. The effects are indeed profound, touching massively every aspect of their lives.
- "This exactly what we're facing in Nigeria currently as family"
From the very simple joy of a dear family meal to the stability of a "roof overhead" , the economic struggles cast a huge long shadow, leaving all families grasping for a hope and better solutions. But let's amidst the real challenges which lies in the stories of resilience, unique creativity, and the pretty unwavering bond of a family. So friends Let's all delve into the huge effects of the economic hardships on families, really drawing from both the broader trends and of course personal experiences.
The Impact on Daily Lives |
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In accordance with the wake of economic downturns, the very once-steady routine of a family life is indeed disrupted and affected massively. The Simple pleasures of mankind like eating out or probably going to the movies becomes so luxuries, while unique necessities like the groceries and utilities strain the family budget very huge.
- Indeed every penny really counts, and so tough decisions must definitely be made about what to really prioritize and again what to forego. Though the Children may really feel the pinch, again noticing the absence of the treats they once took for granted in life or the strain on their own parents' faces as too they juggle bills and the expenses.
Personal Experience: Finding Ways to Stretch Every Thought
- In my own family, "economic hardships" have so necessitated creative solutions to really stretch every thought in our activities.
Gone are the days of a pleasing spontaneous shopping trips or definitely dining at fancy restaurants.
Instead, we've all embraced the budget-friendly alternatives, like us cooking meals at home mostly and also exploring free or low-cost activities like farming for some for the entertainment. We've also in our family become a savvy shoppers, hunting well for a better deals and a discounts to make our limited resources go real further. It's really been a unique lesson and resourcefulness to us, but also as a reminder to all as the importance of sticking together and also supporting one another through tough times prevail as one.
The Strain on Mental Health |
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Beyond the very tangible impact on finances here, the economic hardships take a massive toll on the mental health of the family members.
The Stress, anxiety, and even depression can really become constant companions as the worries about making ends meet really weigh heavily on the minds. The Parents may really feel the burden of really providing for their children's needs as normal, while the children may sometimes sense the tension in the air here and worry definitely about the family's unique future.
- The uncertainty of it all here can feel so overwhelming, casting a shadow over what was or should be a moments of joy and connection.
Personal Experience: Navigating Emotional Turbulence
In my family, the very strain on mental health has been a big problem. There have definitely been sleepless nights and a tense conversations as always grapple with the uncertainty happening mostly of our financial situation.
- But through it all here, we've definitely leaned on each other for a unique support, well offering words of affirmation and encouragement and a pleasing acts of kindness to help lift one another up in unity. We've indeed also prioritized the act of self-care, recognizing the importance of taking breaks and seeking help when needed when necessary.
It's definitely been a journey of the emotional ups and downs and turns, but our strong bond as a family has done more and perfect only to help us grow stronger as we weather the storm together here.
Finding Hope and Resilience
And Despite the challenges, the families really facing economic hardships are not like without hope. In the very face of adversity, they do demonstrate remarkable resilience, duly finding strength in their genuine love for one another and again their determination to overcome the obstacles.
- Through the resourcefulness, the community support, and of course a shared sense of purpose, the families can well weather even in the toughest of times, well emerging stronger and as well more united on the other side of life.
Conclusion |
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Economic hardships really cast a very long shadow over the families, verily affecting negatively every aspect of lives from either the finances to mental health. But Yet, the challenges here lie a premium stories of resilience, better hope, and again the unbreakable bond of the family.
- By well supporting one another in life, finding unique and creative solutions, and also prioritizing a self-care, families can navigate the stormy seas of the economic hardship, emerging us stronger and indeed more united on the other side. Together here, we can always weather any storm that comes our way in life and mostly now that the situation in Nigeria is unfriendly.
I'm inviting @hahdie, @bossj23 and @nsijoro to please accept my invitation to this challenge of navigating the "economic hardship on families" and give their review on the topic.
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Even during hardships, families can create bonds that are strong when they help each other see that they could be light at the end of a dark tunnel, supporting each other and thinking critically to source for alternatives to getting income to sustain the family.
You've written a beautiful piece here. Well work.
I'm always impressed with comments like this
Hmmmmmm dear friend,I am really encouraged by your write up @basil20 being united and helping one another we could carry members of the family along . It's affecting most especially here in Nigeria. I wish you best of luck dear friend @basil20
Thanks so much sir.
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Am happy too do engage on my post to ooo
Sure I'll sir
This is well said. Thank you for sharing this
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It is evident from your post that your country is facing a great crisis right now. When inflation reaches its peak, it becomes difficult for people to get food. But at such a time, we cannot sit idle. We will have to learn many skills so that we can get our family out of this problem.
It's very true ma'am.
Thanks 🙏 for reviewing
Your post has become much better and you are doing a good job and in my opinion you are doing more than we can to spoil us or bring poverty to one of our countries. What is your opinion about our government? Please tell me whether the government can be the cause of poverty or not because when the government does not take jobs.?
I'll add that currently in Nigeria, the government are the cause to poverty in many families.
Definitely some people have try finding success in digital space engaging working for the dollars but my country uses their potential to stripe off and restrict all sites and app of such actions in the country.
Making it worse for the families! Because it seems like wickedness of not wanting the citizens to grow financially.
I'm really disappointed 😞
I am very sorry to hear this and your government should think about something because what a human being is is progressed by his hard work and how that hard work is done, the government gives us a means in which we can succeed together. If so, I would like to say one thing to your government, that is to give you maximum resources so that you can work well.
They'll never provide that, instead stripping off the citizens of the few possibilities found to succeed.
My government are something else.
Greetings,
Economic meltdown is an disturbing issue which has caused unbearable pain to individuals, families and the society at large. The inflation of prices due to this economic meltdown is what marveld a lot of people till now. Going to purchase a product but discovered that it's twice the initial price you knew. It's super bad and needs to be worked on. Good luck on your entry.
Very well said.
It's not even twice but four times double the initial price.
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