Things wouldnt be so bad for so many people if they werent so far in debt with CC's, and huge mortgages later in life. F*** the Joneses, happiness is owning everything you have and being able ride out the tough times on your own.

Like said above, there is less desirable jobs available for those with willing to work. It really pizzes me off everytime I hear of someone losing thier job and sitting in that big house doing nothing but stewing and collecting a check, when they should put a for sale sign up and hit the road looking for work.