An Australian dad has left people inspired after sharing his outlook on the cost-of-living crisis. People have been pushed to their financial limits in the past few years due to soaring inflation, interest rates and rent prices, grocery costs, bills and utilities, fuel, and virtually everything else.
Despite this, a Sydney worker is choosing to look on the bright side of life. The 52-year-old said that while money is important, it shouldn’t be everything.
“I live from month to month, but I’m very, very pleased to do that. I’ve got no problems not having savings,” he told property investment company Coposit.
The bloke works in property services, which he fell into after failing his Year 12 exams.
He said he absolutely loves his job and his tenants, even though he has a massive commute to the office.
“We commute to Sydney every day from Wollongong,” he said.
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“It’s not a burden… two hours from door to door, but you find hope in Audible.com books and good thoughts.
When asked why he thinks people are so concentrated on their savings, he said they don’t have “hope for tomorrow”.
Aussies were blown away by his upbeat attitude.
“Imagine everyone mindsets being like this,” said one person.
“It’s nice to see someone with a positive mindset. I hope he continues to be blessed in life,” added another.
A third wrote: “Humble legend.”
The Sydney man lives with his two adult children, his wife and her sister, which he said helps keep costs low.
“You have to depend on friends and family, and eventually you find your way in life,” he said.
“Cost of living is fine… I’ve got a grown up couple of kids, and I live with extended family, and we all pitch in, and we’re doing okay.”
With the cost-of-living crisis gripping people in different ways and some have decided to stay living with their parents into adulthood, or have moved back in with their mum and dads.
A Finder survey found more than one in 10 Aussies – equivalent to 2.5 million people – had done that latter option in the past year, whether that be with parents or housemates.
Soaring rents was one of the biggest factors contributing to that trend, with 30 per cent citing it as a reason.
