12+ Funny Things Everyone Is Secretly Guilty Of Doing

2. Pretending To Be Happy When Receiving Cards Without Cash Inside

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People often expect cash as you get older, not genuine presents for your birthday or holidays. "Show me the money!" Cuba Gooding Jr. would say; the excitement grows as you open the card and your heart races with the expectation of discovering some cash stashed within. Then you open a card expecting cash, but it turns out to be empty; you still have to act appreciatively. Although it is the most depressing emotion, you want to avoid coming across as rude or brash. Though you feel a mix of appreciation and annoyance, you smile and thank the gift. Knowing that cash would have been more valuable—especially for someone seeking to save or invest in something significant—this scenario can be very challenging. What else do people suppose you will do with a card? Indeed, it is lovely and romantic; but, after reading it, then what? Given you might truly use that money for anything useful, you can't help but wonder why some people still prefer cards over cash. This inner struggle makes the experience mixed, allowing you to consider the worth of real gifts against emotional ones and wonder how to negotiate societal expectations without feeling let down.