Needs and wants: It’s incredibly important to distinguish between the two. I’ve talked about this before, but it bears repeating.
Why? I heard a report on NPR this week about an Audi dealership owner’s saying that the current economic crisis is keeping people from their transportation “needs.” Hmmm.
An Audi is a beautiful car, but it could hardly be considered a need. Even in car-centric Los Angeles, there are a number of options that would fulfill a car need at a much lower price.
All of us with kids should think about this lesson: Pay particular attention to your use of the words “wants” and “needs,” especially when children are within earshot.
We all know that kids ape our behaviors, and using the words “needs” and “wants” appropriately might help children better understand the difference.
John