Jelly Siblings Criticize Degreeless Brother For Splurging During Vacation, Redditors Say They're Judging Him Because He Earns Well Without Degree
Siblings can be a wonderful source of support and camaraderie throughout our lives, but sometimes, differences in education can add a unique layer to the dynamics between them. Whether you have a degree or not, these family connections can shape your experiences and interactions in various ways.
Having a sibling with a degree may bring a sense of pride and admiration. Their academic achievements can serve as an inspiring example, motivating you to pursue higher education or excel in your own way.
On the flip side, it can also be a source of occasional envy, leading to that playful or sometimes not-so-playful sibling rivalry. There might be moments when their advanced knowledge comes across as condescending, and you find yourself longing for recognition of your own unique talents.
Conversely, if you're a sibling without a degree, your journey might be filled with different but equally valuable experiences. You may feel driven to prove your worth and competence in non-academic arenas.
Today's story is about a 32-year-old man who didn't pursue college but built a successful career in accounting. When their grandfather passed, he splurged on a lavish room during a family vacation with his $10,000 inheritance.
His siblings criticized him for the expense, insinuating his lack of a degree made him financially irresponsible.
The OP wants to know whether he's the a-hole for splurging during a family vacation.
His siblings called him financially irresponsible all because he doesn't have a degree like the rest of them.
RedditThe original poster (OP) explains his family background.
RedditThe moment the siblings found out that the OP had splurged on a room, they became inexplicably angry.
His room choice became a discussion among siblings and eventually turned into a confrontation.
RedditThe OP defended himself by retaliating with a comment about their student debt.
This did not sit will with all the family members. His grandma took his side, though.
RedditRedditors feel that the OP need not explain himself. It's his money, after all.
They then feed him some evil plans for when the family members ask money from him.
RedditCertain Redditors argue that responding with pettiness is a fitting response to the envy displayed by these siblings.
RedditOthers praised the grandmother for taking the OP's side and lauded her insightful remark regarding the situation.
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At this point in life, the siblings are all working adults. They're all of equal status now, whether or not they have a degree.
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What the OP did was self care. Nothing's wrong with treating yourself once in a while.
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A Redditor wants to borrow the OP's awesome grandma to defend themselves against unreasonable family members.
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While the siblings disapproved of his splurge, some Redditors empathized with the OP's response, seeing it as a defense of his financial choices. Ultimately, this story reminds us that there's no one-size-fits-all path in life.
In the OP's case, he's found success without a degree, and his siblings shouldn't judge how he spends his money when he has his life in order.
