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F4lconF16

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3. It all comes down to empathy, imo.

Reply to mrmpa (Original post)

Sat Jan 10, 2015, 08:55 AM

Jan 2015

People who have a lot tend to have less empathy and are fearful people in that they are scared of anyone taking what they have. Not to mention greed.

I always tip well even though I can't really afford it. Too many times I've seen a server get screwed over by some asshole, and I try to make up for it. At least a 25% tip, and if the server was excellent I'll tip upwards of 35-40%. Just means I can't eat out as often, but it is worth it. The smiles I get on ocassion are more than enough reward.

We really need to abolish tipping and just pay good wages and benefits.

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Why is it that those who can least afford it.......... [View all] mrmpa Jan 2015 OP

Your mom... Wounded Bear Jan 2015 #1

My wife used to be a waitress and she invariably overtips. rug Jan 2015 #2

It all comes down to empathy, imo. F4lconF16 Jan 2015 #3

Because they know. WinkyDink Jan 2015 #4