Introduction
6. Money & Frugality
- Saving is a virtue. Gold, real estate, and fixed deposits are preferred.
- Negotiation is expected – even in family discussions.
- Hand-me-downs are common and not looked down upon.
- But spending on education and weddings is unlimited.
Indian family systems, collectivistic society and psychotherapy
While the working members navigate city traffic on scooters or in cars, the home remains a hub of quiet productivity.