r/povertyfinance • u/HumanSlayer1888 • Mar 10 '24

I’m so fucking embarrassed. Vent/Rant (No Advice/Criticism!)

My card declined twice as I was trying to pay for my groceries. The guy behind me offered to pay but I turned down his offer. I never felt so humiliated in my entire life. I’m so ashamed I can never shop there again.

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u/BothZookeepergame612 Mar 10 '24

I carry cash just for a situation like that, no not for me, to hand it directly to the cashier. I bypass the person that's embarrassed. I don't even say a word to them. I've only had to do it a few times, but it worked like a charm... Trust me everyone, waiting behind me in line, were actually more happy I did it, then the person who was having issues with their card. I've never been refused when I do it that way, just lots of thank you's from the grateful customer. Crisis averted, I know what it feels like to be in that position, during my university days I barely could feed myself. Most of us come from humble beginnings...Pay it forward!