Ruby Payne argues that to the poor, relationships are like currency. It's more important for the poor than the middle and upper classes to have functional relationships because they need to call upon others to help instead of hire help (e.g. family-provided childcare vs. professional daycare).
That's one reason why, as Cheese points out, the poor often overspend on gifts. It's an attempt to reinforce relationships.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TAtRCJIqnk
That's one reason why, as Cheese points out, the poor often overspend on gifts. It's an attempt to reinforce relationships.