The cost of living is trying to kill the living

[autumnleaf]

The majority of the world, in my opinion, is experiencing high inflation, however there are some nations where it is far higher. I can't dispute the reality that I am also impacted by the high cost of living in our nation, which is caused by a variety of circumstances including a high demand for and a limited supply of basic needs and natural disasters. We may help ourselves by finding side jobs, remaining frugal, saving any money we can, and only purchasing what is required. Although difficult, that is the only thing we can do right now.

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

Inflation is a general thing but is much higher in some countries, and to combat it, people living in the country where it's much higher must learn how to cut down on their spending and always have a plan for spending the money they earn to avoid extravagant spending. Even in my country here, the light bill I was paying in early 2022 has increased by almost 20% since last year and now this year, and even most items in some groceries have gone up by a significant amount. If you, as a person, decide not to manage your finances so well now, you will always end up in debt.

[Iadegbola34]

Every day, prices go up, but our salaries as civil servants stay the same. It's a struggle to cover basic needs like food, water, rent, and electricity. I can't imagine how tough it must be for families with lots of kids.

And you know what's infuriating? The government and its agencies seem to be doing nothing or next to nothing to control the skyrocketing costs. It's wreaking havoc on so many lives, and the situation keeps getting worse day by day.

[Wildwest]

Everyone does feel this, because our cost of living is getting bigger but our income is still as before, and this must be a design from the government to overcome the problem not to magnify problems such as raising the price of goods so that the community will be more difficult to meet the needs of life, so we as a society must also be able to manage the cost of living that we must adjust to the income we have today, Don't buy something that is not important and we only use it for a moment, of course this is a waste that will destroy our economy.

[Davian144]

Every day, prices go up, but our salaries as civil servants stay the same. It's a struggle to cover basic needs like food, water, rent, and electricity. I can't imagine how tough it must be for families with lots of kids.

This is indeed unimaginable because there are already many people who have experienced difficulties from this, so that the current civil servants are still looking for other jobs as support in their lives. And I think that is a very appropriate thing for civil servants to do in order to support their lives by earning income from work other than what they get through salary as civil servants, which in general is no longer sufficient.

And you know what's infuriating? The government and its agencies seem to be doing nothing or next to nothing to control the skyrocketing costs. It's wreaking havoc on so many lives, and the situation keeps getting worse day by day.

The skyrocketing costs or prices of basic goods at this time are indeed difficult for the government to fully control so that every citizen is forced to work more than being a civil servant. If you think about it, it really sucks, but complaining and being angry with the government won't solve any problems in life, unless everyone wants to find a side job to earn income that can help them to ease the burden of expenses from the costs that have increased so far.

[phantailaptopbl]

Every day, prices go up, but our salaries as civil servants stay the same. It's a struggle to cover basic needs like food, water, rent, and electricity. I can't imagine how tough it must be for families with lots of kids.

This is indeed unimaginable because there are already many people who have experienced difficulties from this, so that the current civil servants are still looking for other jobs as support in their lives. And I think that is a very appropriate thing for civil servants to do in order to support their lives by earning income from work other than what they get through salary as civil servants, which in general is no longer sufficient.

And you know what's infuriating? The government and its agencies seem to be doing nothing or next to nothing to control the skyrocketing costs. It's wreaking havoc on so many lives, and the situation keeps getting worse day by day.

The skyrocketing costs or prices of basic goods at this time are indeed difficult for the government to fully control so that every citizen is forced to work more than being a civil servant. If you think about it, it really sucks, but complaining and being angry with the government won't solve any problems in life, unless everyone wants to find a side job to earn income that can help them to ease the burden of expenses from the costs that have increased so far.

All are feel this  because due to all life expense are increased now a days and also our income in old range only and society problems are not increased and the solve the problems and following the  government  structure and fulfill of life is very difficult and one society we to solve the problems an fixed the expense and this will now a days salary include and match with this .

[Blowon]

but everyone needs living expenses to at least allow him to buy what is needed . what they killed was not because of the cost of their lives. but because of the will of their prestige who want to have expensive things like those of their friends. this thing can kill him. if it's just to meet the necessities of life the cost won't be expensive, but if it's for goods to cover prestige it's very expensive.

[mvdheuvel1983]

Everybody must learn to cut their cost of living by all means. Learning addition skills and securing extra jobs might be another means of overcoming this hard life. The government must also make policies that will help alleviate the suffering of the masses.

Financial experts would always advice to live below your means. And I agree with them. Some individuals do not need a car. They know it is costing them too much every month for repairs, maintenance, and all but they still own one. They can actually take the bus, tram, or train to work which would be cost effective, but they want to drive a car. This is an example of what increases the cost of living. Another point is that if you have small kids and can't afford money for their school, they can be home schooled by either you or your spouse. It saves you money too. They can return to school when it is most crucial. These are some strategies to cut costs. It cost of living isn't going down anytime soon and we must adapt and make pretty smart choices.

[AmoreJaz]

Everybody must learn to cut their cost of living by all means. Learning addition skills and securing extra jobs might be another means of overcoming this hard life. The government must also make policies that will help alleviate the suffering of the masses.

Financial experts would always advice to live below your means. And I agree with them. Some individuals do not need a car. They know it is costing them too much every month for repairs, maintenance, and all but they still own one. They can actually take the bus, tram, or train to work which would be cost effective, but they want to drive a car. This is an example of what increases the cost of living. Another point is that if you have small kids and can't afford money for their school, they can be home schooled by either you or your spouse. It saves you money too. They can return to school when it is most crucial. These are some strategies to cut costs. It cost of living isn't going down anytime soon and we must adapt and make pretty smart choices.

life's choices really tell you how much you will spend for yourself. but if your main goal is just to survive and address your basic needs, maybe, this won't be a hard feat.
check each of your activity and see where you can save money. maybe some of them are just luxury to most that you can cut off like just brewing your own coffee or making your own lunch.

[kojektea]

Living expenses if only for necessities such as food or monthly payments are reasonable. But usually people are too ambitious to fulfill their prestige with goods that are very expensive but those goods that cannot be stored for a long time will experience price erosion. Therefore, people who think the cost of living is expensive are those who continue to obey their prestige even though it is only their desire to be able to have things like other people have even though it is not a necessity of their life.

[Mame89]

Every day, prices go up, but our salaries as civil servants stay the same. It's a struggle to cover basic needs like food, water, rent, and electricity. I can't imagine how tough it must be for families with lots of kids.

The solution is to overcome the increasingly expensive cost of living. Apart from investment, perhaps another solution is to increase income. For example, being a YouTuber, trading online, etc. Then to reduce consumptive spending, every family must have an independent food self-sufficiency initiative. we should start planting plants that are productive. For example planting chilies, tomatoes, ginger etc. in the yard of the house.

And you know what's infuriating? The government and its agencies seem to be doing nothing or next to nothing to control the skyrocketing costs. It's wreaking havoc on so many lives, and the situation keeps getting worse day by day.

The solution is not just depending on the government, or just praying, but we can also start from small steps starting from ourselves. Don't expect too much from the government, no matter how good the program from the government, if officials like corruption, it still makes people disappointed with the government.

[Iroh]

And you know what's infuriating? The government and its agencies seem to be doing nothing or next to nothing to control the skyrocketing costs. It's wreaking havoc on so many lives, and the situation keeps getting worse day by day.

The government and its agencies seem not to be doing anything to bring under control the skyrocketing prices of goods and services cause they’re probably not doing anything about it. Obviously, it’s getting worse and putting a lot of pressure and strain on middle to lower income households.

You can’t wait for the government to help alleviate your sufferings cause help would come(if it does), when it’s too late. You would have to take the reins yourself and determine your own future. Get another job or learn a skill where you could earn some more money so you wouldn’t feel the inflation bite that much.

[Uruhara]

Living expenses if only for necessities such as food or monthly payments are reasonable. But usually people are too ambitious to fulfill their prestige with goods that are very expensive but those goods that cannot be stored for a long time will experience price erosion. Therefore, people who think the cost of living is expensive are those who continue to obey their prestige even though it is only their desire to be able to have things like other people have even though it is not a necessity of their life.

Very much agree with what you say. because basically what makes the cost of living heavier is when we are not good at managing finances. like a waste of money. spending can be said to be a waste when what we buy we don't really need. For example, always buying the latest cellphones even though the old cellphones are still functioning properly and are still efficient enough for work and also for communication. but sometimes a lifestyle that follows prestige has made someone to live a life that is not easy.

[YUriy1991]

While growing up things were quite easy, an I also know that life was also easy for the common man, not until 2018 that things start changing for the worst, from then till now the rate at which inflation have struck my country to an all time high is so alarming.
  Everyday price of things keeps on changing but the salaries of a civil servants still remain the same, the money that we use too feed from, buy water, pay rent, pay for light an even save from, now it can't even service our monthly needs for even half of the month.
 Most times I feel for people that have many children because too get basic needs in today's economy is very difficult,
  the annoying part is that the government an it agencies are doing nothing or less about the cost control of goods and services in the state.
An this has created a torn in the lives of many as situations keeps on getting worse by the day.
Am wondering if it's same experience in other part of the world.

In this case, my view is that both government and private employees also feel it, but what is certain is that the amount of salary earned depends on rank and position, especially if we work in the government. I think the standard salary set by the Government is the same for all of them. Now, those who have rank and position in the lower middle class are very affected and very much felt, especially lately with the increasing cost of living and this is indeed a significant concern for many individuals because basic needs are increasingly unaffordable, making life more challenging, especially for families with children plus the lack of effective government intervention exacerbates the situation should the government increase salaries so that a balance occurs and employees can work in peace and this is one of the keys to closing the potential for corruption in an agency or institution.

I think it is also the Government's job to be able to implement measures to stabilize prices, control inflation, or provide assistance to vulnerable populations even though we know there are also efforts by the Government, policy makers and economists who often seek to implement strategies to overcome economic disparities and increase standard of living of its citizens.

[freedomgo]

but everyone needs living expenses to at least allow him to buy what is needed . what they killed was not because of the cost of their lives. but because of the will of their prestige who want to have expensive things like those of their friends. this thing can kill him. if it's just to meet the necessities of life the cost won't be expensive, but if it's for goods to cover prestige it's very expensive.

You have a good point. Even if the basic necessities be it goods or services have undeniably become more costly these days, as long as you have your own source of income, you will get to live and survive. However, if you aim things that are above your means, like adopting luxuries in life because other people are into it, then you will really struggle in your finances and won’t be able to live your life according to what you want. But if you just chose to live within your means, live simply just like before, I guess that will never cause your life to struggle.

[Inwestour]

You have a good point. Even if the basic necessities be it goods or services have undeniably become more costly these days, as long as you have your own source of income, you will get to live and survive. However, if you aim things that are above your means, like adopting luxuries in life because other people are into it, then you will really struggle in your finances and won’t be able to live your life according to what you want. But if you just chose to live within your means, live simply just like before, I guess that will never cause your life to struggle.

I am sure that you can move in parallel, while improving your standard of living and at the same time creating investments that will make you a wealthy person in the future.

There is nothing impossible in this, if you are able to plan everything for months and years, then you will have a vision of how this can be achieved. Living within your means is also not the worst option, I lived like this and there is nothing wrong with that, but I am sure that everyone can achieve more, with proper motivation.

If you really want something, then you will achieve it, even when it seems that the crisis worsens our lives, there are areas that are developing, there are professions that will be more in demand, there is no need to focus on one thing if you cannot achieve a result in one place, it may be worth considering a change of place.

[BitcoinTurk]

While growing up things were quite easy, an I also know that life was also easy for the common man, not until 2018 that things start changing for the worst, from then till now the rate at which inflation have struck my country to an all time high is so alarming.
  Everyday price of things keeps on changing but the salaries of a civil servants still remain the same, the money that we use too feed from, buy water, pay rent, pay for light an even save from, now it can't even service our monthly needs for even half of the month.
 Most times I feel for people that have many children because too get basic needs in today's economy is very difficult,
  the annoying part is that the government an it agencies are doing nothing or less about the cost control of goods and services in the state.
An this has created a torn in the lives of many as situations keeps on getting worse by the day.
Am wondering if it's same experience in other part of the world.

When I look at your description and username I think you live in Turkey. Unfortunately, in today's conditions the prices of products are changing every day in Turkey and the purchasing power of households is getting lower day by day. The Turkish Lira which loses value day by day especially due to the mistakes made in the country's management and economic decisions unfortunately causes the Turkish people to experience more difficult days.

In today's conditions in Turkey, there is a minimum wage worker of over 60%. The rest, unfortunately work with a salary slightly above the minimum wage. Unfortunately, these salaries are not enough for basic living expenses and in some provinces they are unable to even cover the rent. For these reasons it became impossible to save or to live above the standard.

Due to the economy, which is taking firm steps towards the worse with each passing day, both the young generation and today's children are unfortunately worried about the future in Turkey's conditions.

[bayu7adi]

As technology advances, the average standard of living tends to become more frugal. Inflation indeed has a significant impact on a country's economy, compelling individuals to work harder each day to augment their income.

For those with specialized skills, such as professionals, they have the ability to raise their rates in response to inflation. However, for employees working in companies, they can only hope for their bosses' awareness of this situation. A considerate employer will increase salaries, but an indifferent boss may leave their employees' wages unchanged.

The solution lies in seeking additional sources of income through side jobs to generate more money.

[AicecreaME]

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Everybody must learn to cut their cost of living by all means. Learning addition skills and securing extra jobs might be another means of overcoming this hard life. The government must also make policies that will help alleviate the suffering of the masses.

This is not applicable for everyone, you know that. We all have different privilege in life, most of us doesn't even have the skills to have extra jobs because of their current life situation or their health. Funny thing about the government is they just don't really care if there are people suffering in their country, what they care the most is the money they can get while they are sitting in their position as a politician.

[xSkylarx]

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Everybody must learn to cut their cost of living by all means. Learning addition skills and securing extra jobs might be another means of overcoming this hard life. The government must also make policies that will help alleviate the suffering of the masses.

This is not applicable for everyone, you know that. We all have different privilege in life, most of us doesn't even have the skills to have extra jobs because of their current life situation or their health. Funny thing about the government is they just don't really care if there are people suffering in their country, what they care the most is the money they can get while they are sitting in their position as a politician.

We can learn new skills if we are just determined; even uneducated people do it, like those mechanic people. They are usually construction workers, but they are eager to have an extra income, so they go to their friends and ask them to teach or just watch them. As long as the person is determined, they can learn new skills for additional income. Also, we should not rely on the government; we should work on our own, as we know that the government is like a turtle. Upskill and find extra income, but again, this is not easy as you will be going down a rough road.