A social media post has been catching people’s attention, calling out a user on X (formerly Twitter) who asked for money to buy a concert ticket.
“Attending a concert is expensive. Pls don’t pass the burden to other people just because u want to attend even though u don’t have the means. You will not only pay for the concert ticket but also have to think about other expenses such as going to the venue and your pocket money,” as written by the user on X.
Attending a concert is expensive. Pls don't pass the burden to other people just because u want to attend even though u don't have the means. You will not only pay for the concert ticket but also have to think about other expenses such as going to the venue and your pocket money. pic.twitter.com/U5ZhEMJ9ow
— 𝓻𝓸𝓻𝔂 (@crexia_) January 5, 2025
The original poster went on to stress that individuals should not use social media to ask money for personal benefit. “Pag hindi talaga kaya please wag na umattend at wag na ipilit pumunta,” the user added.
While cautioning against requesting money just for their personal gain, the OP also mentioned to “stop using mental health as an excuse to do this.”
The user who messaged asking for money has since deactivated their account.
Upon seeing the said post, social media users took to online to express their thoughts about the said situation.
One user wrote, “Attending a concert may not be accessible to everyone, limited to those with the financial means or privilege. When mental health uses as an excuse [sic] to manipulate or convince individuals into giving money, seeking help from a professional is advised.
“The emotional manipulation in this is off the chain. Using your “will to live” as an excuse to ask someone to help you maintain living or else you’ll spiral. Depraved and disgusting,” a second user wrote.
A third user wrote, “Finally someone said it!! giving in to this kind of user will only worsen the scam culture in stan twt/bns or kpop in general. it’s not being matapobre, it’s being careful..”
More social media users have shared their thoughts about what happened with some pointing out not to guilt trip other people for money just to buy a concert ticket.
Good god, using the s-word to some extent to beg?
Or should I say, EXTORT?
Just to watch a concert?
Someone please tell that kid to learn to hustle in a legally and morally good way. https://t.co/g9otCvz1Q1
— SlickMaster (@slickmasterph) January 9, 2025
If you can’t afford it, don’t go. Guilt-tripping others into funding your plans is manipulative and comes across as scam behavior. 🤷🏻♀️ https://t.co/9oSFS2MXXd
— pega🌷 (@pegaseii) January 5, 2025
it feels rewarding to attend a concert when it is funded by your own hard-earned money ✨️
kung di kaya or may priority kayo in life, wag ipilit. marami pang next time. https://t.co/Z5lbf2TQMB
— 𝐜𝐡𝐚 ; was @9702cart (@myeonieful) January 6, 2025
Please refrain from using mental illnesses and alike to limos. It’s really disrespectful. https://t.co/wfFuRXEDkc
— czi ♡ (@minguinshuaroll) January 5, 2025
Sa totoo lang ang mahal kaya manuod ng concert, hindi siya natatapos sa pagbili ng ticket, pamasahe, accommodation kapag taga province, pagkain pa. Kaya do it kapag kaya na, wag ipilit kapag hindi. https://t.co/A7LaHq5jfO
— ; K 🐧🍀🐯 (@penggwinanae) January 5, 2025
unless anyone offered you a free concert ticket, never ask for one. unable to attend a concert does not make you less than a fan. concert is not an obligation. do not put a burden on someone else just for your own selfish ego. mental health card is not a free pass for everything https://t.co/aVXjkajHvH
— 애기야 가자! 🍉 💌💚 开 🍑🇵🇸🇸🇩 (@paksunini) January 5, 2025
never use s-word as a reason to ask strangers for concert money.
this is extremely offensive. https://t.co/csdt0fGYFJ
— J (hiatus) (@fruitandtoast) January 5, 2025
i hope everyone realizes that in this economy, all fan activities (concerts, fanmeets, albums, pcs, merch) are already considered as luxury. if you have the means, go for it!! if not, please don't put the burden on other people. there's a lot of other ways to support your faves. https://t.co/R6ClwyqQfQ
— beom 💙🍀 (@baebeombong) January 5, 2025
In conclusion, the situation surrounding the social media post brings attention to the ongoing conversation about financial responsibility and ethical behavior on online platforms. While attending concerts may be out of reach for some individuals, the discussion emphasizes the importance of respectful communication and considering the impact of one’s actions on others.
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