The family can be viewed as a very generic social unit, but when we look into each individual family, we can see many differences as to how members of the family act towards each other and friends. Some of these distinctions can be seen through different social classes. Now this topic can be a very controversial topic but hopefully we can understand how different people act in these classes and we can learn from each other. I will post some links to show the differences in family relationships between classes. So can relationships and attitudes really change because of opportunities and wealth? Yes, yes they can.
Everybody has their own struggles and worries but different people have different challenges. I guess that’s what makes life interesting. For example, some poorer class people can be stressed because of financial problems and mainly focus on the necessities instead of wants or pleasures. On the other hand, rich people could have problems focusing on what’s truly important in life and not just rely on their things to stay happy. Other problems in all classes can consist of working too much, not setting boundaries to avoid stress from other family members and there is also differing ideas on disciplinary actions.
These different problems and actions can have a major effect on the children that grow up in these families. For example, in a rich family, the children will more than likely grow up expecting more things than children that grow up in a poor family. That’s just how it can be all determined by how liberal or conservative the parents are with buying things for their children. But it would make sense that the poorer families would have a closer relationship with their family because its mainly what they have. Now obviously rich families can be very close as well, but there can be a greater chance it could be less because of more distractions and things to draw the attention away, such as phones and expensive toys. Once again, not all these predictions or observations include every individual family, but it makes sense that these problems occur in today’s day and age.
Going along with these circumstances, we can also mention. If we looked at stories from immigrants moving to America, they have a completely new set of struggles that would be worth mentioning. Just imagine a family that is established in their own country, same traditions as you and happy with friends and family around you. But from what you hear, its nothing like the American dream. Us American citizens could take for granted this awesome privilege of being free and living that dream. There are many sacrifices that go into coming to America and starting from the ground up. For example, it would probably be too expensive to bring the whole family to America at first, so it would be the working parent that would come and usually would start a living in a lower spot than financially than where they came from. Not to mention that could seem very lonely, not knowing anybody there. That separation for several years could be devastating to a family, along with all the stress that comes with a lack of support and new experiences. Then once the family can afford it, the rest of the members come to America and be reunited again. Then there is new coworkers, new school mates and new traditions surrounding your whole family. If I was in this situation, I would have to just think, where could I turn for peace?
That is why religion is so nice. We can have the faith in the Lord for support and comfort. Many churches have support groups where we can meet new people and get help when we need it. Those relationships can be priceless. As we pray daily, read scriptures and attend meetings; we can get through any rough time that gets in our way no matter what social class we are in. God loves all His children and as we are faithful to Him, our lives will be very fulfilling.
I’d love to hear any comments or questions from anybody and we can have a great conversation and come to a greater understanding of each other’s backgrounds.
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