I grew up poor and now make good money but I still feel guilty every time I spend on anything nice for my family because some part of me believes we do not deserve it.
More people experience this than they realize.
Economic mobility creates psychological discord between past identity and present reality, complicating the simple joy of providing for loved ones.
“Where Are You with Money and parenting — financial pressure and class?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.