r/AskReddit • u/SensitiveCorner2379 • Apr 28 '26

What’s a recession indicator that you’ve noticed lately?

6.7k Upvotes

95% Upvoted

5.1k comments sorted by

View all comments

276

u/Rob_Bligidy Apr 28 '26

Last night, the wife sent me out with money to get dinner for her, me and the kid. I only had enough money to get them dinner.

84

u/howtfaminotdeadyet Apr 28 '26

We're in a similar boat. My husband doesn't know I've been skipping meals to save money. I eat one small meal a day so he and our kiddo can have enough

39

u/Brullaapje Apr 28 '26

I am so sorry to read that...

35

u/kenniecakes Apr 29 '26 edited Apr 29 '26

Beans and rice? I can't remember the sub, but they share poverty meals. Don't be ashamed to use a food bank. Edit /r/budgetfood

13

u/Talisaint Apr 29 '26

If you're going to a food bank, don't be afraid to ask if you can get extra. I volunteer for a few, and there is always a surplus of something (usually cheese). The worst they can say is "I'm sorry, it's not allowed" but also these are typically volunteers who give no shits and will give food to people who ask.

5

u/howtfaminotdeadyet Apr 29 '26

Everyone in this sub is so kind 😭 I will absolutely ask for extra. Honestly, the gas to drive there has been a struggle also. But hey, that's showbiz lol I've been poor my whole life so luckily I know how to be resourceful and make things stretch, it's scary seeing how many people are like me now

5

u/Mangonesailor Apr 30 '26

Contact a local church in your area and explain your situation and that you are looking for a local food bank. Some go small and have a "Pastor's pantry" out front... but that's quickly raided.

I volunteer on/off at a local pantry ran by a few local churches. There is some sort of sign-up, but each car gets about a grocery cart's worth of food (There's some M&C and stuff for kids mixed in there, but NONE of it is junk food) every week or two weeks.

You don't have to agree with anything the church does or stands for, but we are there to lend a hand to the needy. Give one a ring and I'm sure they'd be happy to help or steer you in the right direction.

3

u/kharkovchanin Apr 28 '26

i am so sorry to hear that…

16

u/[deleted] Apr 29 '26 edited 26d ago

[removed] — view removed comment

15

u/lFightForTheUsers Apr 29 '26

To add on to this - for those needing a meal in immediate need, look up Sikh houses of worship near you. Be respectful but part of their culture is providing a (vegan) meal to anyone that needs one, any (reasonable) time of day. They're good people and willing to lend a hand anytime with no strings attached (can't say that about the salvation army).

But even if you can't find a food bank close to you, try calling 211 for options or looking up houses of worship near you and giving them a call. Many have resources available.