A woman saved up an emergency fund to protect herself in case of unexpected events. Her cousin, who has a child and has no stable source of income, asked her to give him her emergency fund. She refused, and he spread lies about her to the family. Now, she’s being harassed and called a godless b*tch. Is she in the wrong for keeping her savings to protect herself, or is her cousin entitled to her money? Read on to find out.
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Woman refuses to give her cousin her emergency fund ♀️
Money can be a touchy subject, especially when it comes to family. One woman found herself in a difficult situation when her cousin asked for her emergency fund to help with his irresponsible actions. Despite being called a godless b*tch by some family members, she stands by her decision to keep her savings. In this post, we’ll dive into the woman’s story and explore the dynamics of family and finances. We’ll also look closely at the comments and reactions to her situation. So buckle up and prepare to ride through family drama and financial responsibility.
NTA. Family feels entitled to emergency fund for cousin’s lack of planning.

Commenters defend OP’s decision not to give in to family pressure.

Don’t let guilt-tripping family members exploit you. Stand your ground
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OP is NTA as cousin can get a job to start saving

Don’t let guilt make you give him your emergency fund. NTA

NTA commenter surprised by family’s lack of responsibility towards cousin.

Don’t let family pressure you into irresponsible decisions ♀️

Commenter regrets not responding with a witty comeback

Cousin hit a trifecta! NTA, not your responsibility

Your money, your rules. NTA

Cousin’s irresponsibility puts financial burden on OP. NTA

Lesson learned: don’t dictate others’ choices, but keep your savings

Great idea to protect emergency fund from entitled family members.

Family isn’t always an emergency fund. ♀️

Grown man asks for emergency fund? NTA shuts him down

Keep your emergency fund a secret . NTA for not sharing.

NTA, it’s your money, not the family “emergency” fund.

Protect your hard-earned money NTA wins this one.

Protect your emergency fund and stay cautious

Don’t let anyone guilt you into giving away your hard-earned money

Setting boundaries is important. NTA for standing your ground.
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Your emergency fund, your decision. NTA

Commenter disagrees with cousin’s request for irresponsible behavior, supports poster.

Your money, your choice. Family shouldn’t guilt you.

Family isn’t entitled to your money. Save for emergencies!

Keep your emergency fund safe and ignore the noise.

Protect your emergency fund like a boss

Your money, your rules. Don’t let someone else’s irresponsibility drag you down.

Stand your ground and keep your emergency fund safe!

Protect your emergency fund! ️ NTA made the right choice.

Stand your ground! Your emergency fund is for YOU.

Don’t let family guilt you into paying for their mistakes

No loan for entitled cousin. NTA made the wise decision

Laugh in their face and don’t give in. NTA
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NTA. Cousin should find a job instead of mooching off you.

Emergency fund is for emergencies only. NTA for not sharing.

NTA – Keep your emergency fund for YOUR emergencies ♀️

NTA! Stick to your guns and don’t give in

Don’t let others guilt-trip you into giving away your savings

Your emergency fund is not a bank account #NTA

Don’t let others’ irresponsibility affect your emergency funds!

Religious double standards? NTA for keeping your emergency fund.

Right on! OP stands their ground against entitled cousin.

Standing up for oneself and saying no to family ♀️

Protect your savings! NTA for saying no.

Defending her emergency fund, user faces religious accusations

Don’t enable their irresponsible behavior. Suggest seeking government assistance or adoption.

Prioritize yourself and your future, not someone else’s irresponsibility

Last Updated on March 31, 2023 by Alfe Mercado