Re: Being content with the minimum ...
great topic.
something that can be either denial, procrastination or simply low self-motivation and consequently, very little personal achievement.
men and women, just starting out as a couple, specially will need personal motivation.
this could very well be the reason for conflict and crisis - financial and also standard of living.
for anyone's extended family to feel less burdened, people must be qualified and self sufficient and not act like or remain mediocre.
it takes everyone to be ready in doing their due share to prevent unfair stress on one particular person in the context of a family.
as individuals, young adult children must be able to stand up on their feet so that parents can feel relieved.
so, this is a societal, personal and familial issue which all people from all socio economic and educational back grounds must confront and sensibly make the right decision about stability in living a successful and comfortable life.
it will also inspire other family members and friends, to follow the example of hard work and rely only on ownselves.
otherwise, being content with the minimum can certainly continually lower the standard of living and develop resentment, if one partner is high achieving and the other is placid.