My friends aunty called him on the call while we were conversing today, and she was complaining about how her son has withdrawn #20,000 approximately $15 from her account through mobile transfer to play bet and he lost it all.
She complained bitterly and pitifully because she struggled to safe such amount of money.
Now, the mum is calling on everyone she could to intervene, discipline the child and force him to provide the money in any means he can without the concern of how he could refund the money.
Question: would she be so disheartened and mad as this if the son had won the bet on a multi million price?
Dear fellows, let's assume you are the mom, what would be your state of mind on this context?
That’s a tough situation. If I were in the mom’s shoes, my initial reaction would likely be a mix of disappointment and concern, not just because of the lost money, but more so because of what the action represents. It’s not just about gambling with money that isn’t his, it’s about the breach of trust and the potential for a harmful pattern of behavior developing.
The fact that the money was saved up through hard work adds another layer of disappointment. It’s not just the amount that matters but the effort behind it.
Now, if the son had won a significant amount, it might temporarily mask the underlying issue, but it wouldn’t change the core problem: the act of stealing and gambling without consent. Winning might bring temporary joy or relief, but it doesn’t address the breach of trust or the risk-taking behavior.
In any case, my focus would be on addressing the behavior and its implications, emphasizing the value of honesty and the dangers of gambling, especially when it leads to taking risks with someone else’s resources. It would be essential to guide the child towards understanding the consequences of their actions and working together to find a solution to make amends, not just financially but also in rebuilding trust.