So many people these days no doubt take being in debt very lightly. This is very serious because our society has become very materialistic over the years. Through the media with all of its advertising, many people just can't wait to have the things they desire. So instead of waiting until they can afford these things, they get into so much debt just to satisfy their heart's desire. This very short and powerful story may help you to appreciate that such ones maybe considered as modern-day slave who truly need a wakeup call. If and when they start to understand what's going on with them financially, they will be able to free themselves enough to pay themselves, as well as maybe help others to do the same.