A woman’s online post sparked heated debate after she questioned why some people focus too much on saving money instead of enjoying life.
The post, shared on a social media platform, expressed frustration over how many individuals choose to keep their money untouched even as they work hard daily.
Saving excessively could be a “sickness”
I don’t understand people who save so much but don’t use it on themselves. When you die, you won’t even get to feel a single cent,” she wrote.
She believed that people should enjoy their earnings and not let saving money rob them of their happiness.
She also asked whether the habit of saving excessively could be a “sickness,” especially for those who find satisfaction in just seeing their bank balance grow.
Please enjoy your money at least a little,” she added, saying that it was painful to see people suffer just to increase their savings.
Netizens’ reaction
Her comments led to a split reaction online.
Some netizens agreed, saying that money should be spent while one is still alive. But others strongly disagreed, saying that savings are necessary—especially for low-income Malaysians.
“Honestly, it is satisfying to see your savings/assets grow in your account. Log into the app, smile, log out. I’m happy every time I check it. I’ve already been through my reckless spending phase. The happiness from shopping only lasts two days at most. After that, it feels normal agai
“Sometimes, people who save too much do it because they had a hard life growing up. It was difficult to earn money, so they appreciate it more. They saw their parents struggle. So they think carefully and hold back for emergencies.”
“There are people like that. They love seeing lots of money but don’t use it. They feel jealous watching friends travel, eat at nice places, but are too stingy to spend their own money. In the end, they grow old, get sick, and pass away. Then their kids and grandkids enjoy spending all that money.”
