I have been hearing a lot of stories online about people not paying the right amount to their seller or supplier. Moreover, they acted like a brat when they deal with them. They have demanded so much from the seller or supplier that they feel that they have only done the right thing because they're the customer.

As an online seller myself, I feel sorry for the sellers because they only wanted to make a living. For sure, these sellers are not asking for so much as profit. The price tag that they have put has been well-thought of: the cost of the raw materials, the time spent for creating the product, the labor, transportation, and other expenses related to the production. 

Sadly, some buyers/clients do not put into consideration the labor cost when they ask for discounts. Worse, they even ask for MORE discount after they have been favored already by the seller/supplier.

ASKING FOR A DISCOUNT IS NOT A WORK OF A TRUE CHRISTIAN.

Yes, I have to emphasize it.

While yes, we feel blessed as a customer that the seller/supplier has given us a favor by giving us discounts or additional perks, but if you ask for more, that is already what you call abuse.

People will also argue that they are on a budget. Yes, it's okay to work on your budget, but do not pressure your seller/supplier to work on your budget.

The Bible is teaching us to pay fairly, to give what is due and the rightful amount. There are actually lots of Bible verses that remind us about paying fairly, even during the Old Testament times. Paying fairly is not simply the right thing to do, but it is our way of blessing the works of others.

Another thing, people who are bragging about the "best deal" that they got by asking for a huge discount isn't actually being thrifty; it is called being greedy or stingy. 

Being stingy and thrifty are two different things: a thrifty person will only buy the things that he/she can afford, while a stingy person will try to fit his/her budget on the item he/she likes to purchase by pressuring the seller/supplier to give him/her the best price possible. The analogy that I always use to illustrate the difference between the two is that a thrifty person will buy at SM because that is what he/she can afford, while a stingy person will go to Rustan's to buy something and pressure the sales clerk to give him/her a huge discount.

So, are you thrifty or stingy?

Being a wise spender means that you buy within your means. Being a wise spender also thinks of the quality and not just the price of something. Being a wise spender also means treating sellers/suppliers with respect.

Here are two tips for you to be a wise spender and not a "barat" spender:

Be thankful for the discount given to you. Do not ask for an additional discount. Sellers/clients can also be generous in giving discounts, especially that if you're buying in bulk. The discount given depends on the quantity, so be grateful for the amount deducted from your bill regardless of the amount. 

Work on your budget. Do not let others work around your budget. If you want something but can't afford it, do not put pressure on the seller/supplier to give in to your budget. If you cannot afford your prospective seller/supplier, then look for another one that can work on your budget instead. Do not be bitter about the seller/supplier who cannot work on your budget. 

The best way to be fair is to price the price without asking for any discount. These people are working hard and the profit they make maybe only enough for them to survive on a daily basis. Remember, God blesses those who pay accordingly. As mentioned in Proverbs 3:27, "Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to do it," this Bible verse reminds us to pay what is due and not to even ask for a discount. If you pay accordingly, you also bless the person and his/her business.

  Attention, all gamer mommies and daddies! Want to spend quality time with your child by doing something you love during quarantine? Then wait no further, as I have a few suggestions for you gamer parents to play this quarantine!

Fighting Games

 Despite fighting games being commonly played competitively, it's good to just relax for a while and play a casual match with your child or a friend once in a while, A good game for this kind of activity is Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, as it's E for Everyone rating and a large roster of fun characters is enough to please your child. Just be sure to not let them be a sore winner or sore loser.

Racing Games

 If fighting games aren't your taste, why not give racing games a try? If you want something appropriate for your bundle of joy that is action-filled fun for the whole family, why not give this arcade racer series called "Mario Kart" a try? Me and my mom used to play that a lot on the Wii when I was young!
 Or, if your kid wants something filled with action-packed destruction while keeping that arcade racer aesthetic, give the Burnout franchise a try! It's fun to play when you're bored, due to the highly detailed destruction models and high-velocity chaos!
 But, if you're kid is experienced enough and want to play something chill, try playing a racing simulator like the Gran Turismo series. After all, it IS the real driving simulator.

Open-World Survival/RPGs

 I have another chill suggestion for you guys. If you gamer parents have a PS4 or an Xbox lying around, try letting them play Minecraft. Not only is the game's fun-filled graphics and entertaining mechanics are appropriate for your child, but the console and mobile versions of the game allow local multiplayer! I would suggest giving Minecraft a try, because playing it together with my friends was really entertaining!

Sports Games

 If you and your family are into sports, why not give sports games a try to keep you and your kids entertained? I would suggest playing the NBA series of video games, as not only are they popular, but they provide fun for everyone! And besides, it is fun to play if you don't have access to a basketball court at the moment.

 Well, that's all for now, guys! If this helped you gamer parents out, no need to thank me, as I'm glad that you and your kids are having fun. Bye for now!