theguyfromanotherforum Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 So here it is..... There are many posts here from people who look down on others who have less money or trying to do things on the cheap here in Thailand. I'll say it flat out.... I find these kind of posts revolting. One post got stuck with me because one older gentlemen was bragging how he posted a picture of him at Conrad Bangkok and had all these young girls messaging him. Now, let me get this straight. You are bragging about your "hiso" life in Thailand, posting pictures from a hotel that costs 100 bucks a night.... less than a super 8 hotel in a major US city??? Then you have a nerve to call other people "cheap charlies" or whatnot? Absolutely ridiculous! I mean I am a poor schmuck and have managed to earn myself a diamond membership at Hilton staying in hotels here because they are so cheap. Personally, anyone who puts other people down or tells them they are too cheap should go back and live in their respective countries. My guess is they can not afford to have that lifestyle, feel a bit empowered here because of a little cash and feel the need to insult poorer members with degrading terms. Pathetic! I think "Cheap Charlie" should be a banned word on this site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkktrapper Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Cheap Charlie. Why you come Thailand no money? Farang have money him good man farang no money bad man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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thaiduncankk Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 The people I know, both here and back in my hometown, who actually are wealthy, never mention it or flaunt it. They are not Cheap Charlies, as you would call them, but just genuine, down to earth people. Seeing yourself as better than others, due to wealth, is pathetic, and such people need to 'buy' friends, as they tend to be unable to socialise with most normal people in society. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roo860 Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 (edited) I tell people when first meeting them that I am -"Considerably richer than you"!, its always better to get these things out of the way before making any sort of conversation. Edited February 7, 2016 by roo860 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgrahmm Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Never met one - you need a better crowd..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieH Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 People who actually have money, seldom if ever talk about it, its considered "vulgar". Those that insist on talking about it, generally dont have anything to shout about, they just "think" they do by comparing themselves to what they perceive as a poor Thai farmer, when in reality, that Thai farmer probably has land worth more than the loud mouth farang anyway. People like that, frankly, are best avoided. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minnie the Minx Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 People who actually have money, seldom if ever talk about it, its considered "vulgar". Those that insist on talking about it, generally dont have anything to shout about, they just "think" they do by comparing themselves to what they perceive as a poor Thai farmer, when in reality, that Thai farmer probably has land worth more than the loud mouth farang anyway. People like that, frankly, are best avoided. Isn't that just too spot on? Absolutely. Vulgar and gauche people who brag about their latest acquisitions, how big their house is, how much money they earn, etc etc ad nauseum. You will notice this amongst the new money lot. 'Old' moneyed people carry on with modesty. No need to flash the cash. People who are genuinely wealthy shake their heads at this showing off. I also shake my head at the concept of 'class'. I'm better than you are because I have more- is utter balderdash. Below sums it up in a fun way. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8Kum8OUTuk#t=23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJIC Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 I tell people when first meeting them that I am -"Considerably richer than you"!, its always better to get these things out of the way before making any sort of conversation. I take it you have read the book "How to make friends and influence people" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJIC Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 People who actually have money, seldom if ever talk about it, its considered "vulgar". Those that insist on talking about it, generally dont have anything to shout about, they just "think" they do by comparing themselves to what they perceive as a poor Thai farmer, when in reality, that Thai farmer probably has land worth more than the loud mouth farang anyway. People like that, frankly, are best avoided. The richest people I ever met were also the nicest,and really gave out the impression that they were interested in me,and we certainly never talked about money, Perhaps I was lucky,but they were all true gentlemen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 The OP comes across as rather jealous. Sucks to him !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaeJoMTB Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 (edited) Seeing yourself as better than others, due to wealth, is pathetic, I see myself as better than others due to education and intelligence. Edited February 7, 2016 by MaeJoMTB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgrahmm Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 People who actually have money, seldom if ever talk about it, its considered "vulgar". Those that insist on talking about it, generally dont have anything to shout about, they just "think" they do by comparing themselves to what they perceive as a poor Thai farmer, when in reality, that Thai farmer probably has land worth more than the loud mouth farang anyway. People like that, frankly, are best avoided. The richest people I ever met were also the nicest,and really gave out the impression that they were interested in me,and we certainly never talked about money, Perhaps I was lucky,but they were all true gentlemen! No - you weren't lucky....It's a common trait among the extremely rich....Some of the most gracious and grounded/unpretentious people you'd ever want to meet.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worgeordie Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 One thing you should not do is flaunt your wealth here,as you could well end up like the Spanish guy and end, chopped up and thrown in the river, regards worgeordie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexRRR Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 We tolerate you you should learn to tolerate others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapout Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 I have never considered myself better than any, except in a physical /sporting way. I have set at a poker table (a private invitation/members) with a several times over billionaire, same with 3 millionaires and 3 of us working stiffs and and dont think I ever enjoyed losing or winning a hand as much as they did. I socialized with them and several more who never worried about money and saw nothing but polite attitude and behavior. I have visited with a lot of special forces, snipers, seals, etc here in CM, but the self proclaimed wealthly seem to out number the foemer in brag and rudness to just about all walks of life, until they are called out by someone theypushed too hard. Its a lovely sight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roo860 Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Trans understood the line!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Christmas13 Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 I tell people when first meeting them that I am -"Considerably richer than you"!, its always better to get these things out of the way before making any sort of conversation. I take it you have read the book "How to make friends and influence people" ? Good book actually, by Dale Carnegie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swissie Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 As said above, truly "moneyed" folks rarely feel the urge to "brag" or even talk about money. But there are 2 "under categories" of Farang visitors in Thailand: - The 2 week millionaires (tourist). - The 2 year millionaires (expats), having taken out their pension benefits in form of a lump sum beforehand. Over time, the "bragging" get's less and less, in tandem with their shrinking assets. I have seen them come and go over the years. I have lost count a long time ago.................. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinBoy2 Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 To be a contrarian; of course there is the opposite stereotype. The guy who belittles you because you don't want to live in the tin roof shack and eat insects as a staple diet... as not fully embracing the 'culture'. I like to live my life without comment on anyone else, or they comment on me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffspab Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 The richest bloke I've met here was also very modest. I found out about his wealth via a third party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuskegeeBen Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 The people I know, both here and back in my hometown, who actually are wealthy, never mention it or flaunt it. They are not Cheap Charlies, as you would call them, but just genuine, down to earth people. Seeing yourself as better than others, due to wealth, is pathetic, and such people need to 'buy' friends, as they tend to be unable to socialise with most normal people in society. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schondie Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 I tell people when first meeting them that I am -"Considerably richer than you"!, its always better to get these things out of the way before making any sort of conversation. You forgot to post a video to explain the phrase to non Harry Enfield fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerry1011 Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 (edited) I hope none of you guys are friend with me on Facebook, you will hate me for sure Edited February 7, 2016 by gerry1011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenslegs Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Talking of bragging... I mean I am a poor schmuck and have managed to earn myself a diamond membership at Hilton staying in hotels here because they are so cheap. From the OP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DogNo1 Posted February 7, 2016 Share Posted February 7, 2016 Just curious - were the girls using iphones, android phones or what....? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeefSlapper Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 No money no honey. Sent from my SM-A800F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 People who actually have money, seldom if ever talk about it, its considered "vulgar". Those that insist on talking about it, generally dont have anything to shout about, they just "think" they do by comparing themselves to what they perceive as a poor Thai farmer, when in reality, that Thai farmer probably has land worth more than the loud mouth farang anyway. People like that, frankly, are best avoided. does that mean that people "who actually have money" should not participate in Thaivisa's financial forum because that would be "vulgar" but people who do not meet the afore-mentioned criteria are welcome? are Warren Buffet, George Soros, Bill Gross, Mohamed El-Erian and hundreds of other individuals "who actually have money" vulgar when they talk about it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Talking of bragging... I mean I am a poor schmuck and have managed to earn myself a diamond membership at Hilton staying in hotels here because they are so cheap. From the OP. a few years ago i had a membership card of a foot massage parlor. but before i earned my first free massage it closed down. now a massage lady comes to my home twice a week but i won't tell whether i pay her some money because that might be vulgar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theguyfromanotherforum Posted February 8, 2016 Author Share Posted February 8, 2016 People who actually have money, seldom if ever talk about it, its considered "vulgar". Those that insist on talking about it, generally dont have anything to shout about, they just "think" they do by comparing themselves to what they perceive as a poor Thai farmer, when in reality, that Thai farmer probably has land worth more than the loud mouth farang anyway. People like that, frankly, are best avoided. does that mean that people "who actually have money" should not participate in Thaivisa's financial forum because that would be "vulgar" but people who do not meet the afore-mentioned criteria are welcome? are Warren Buffet, George Soros, Bill Gross, Mohamed El-Erian and hundreds of other individuals "who actually have money" vulgar when they talk about it? I was talking about abusers here that like to throw the term Cheap Charlie around because some backpacker does not live up to their standards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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