It would be nice if tipping was just gone, and everybody got paid a living wage, like in most of the rest of the world. We're in a Nash equilibrium right now where if you don't tip, you're an asshole. Other people might even tip more if they hear about it, which reinforces the status quo. So I keep tipping well, and disliking that we're stuck here.
How can we end tipping culture and just have everyone be paid a living wage?
I tip because I used to live off tips. I’d like the laws to change, but until they do, punishing my server certainly won’t help. I also don’t go out to eat very often. Tipping isn’t a major expense.
If you can’t afford to tip, then you can’t afford to go to a restaurant or order delivery. If you have a philosophical problem with tipping, then cook at home and write to your congressperson. Don’t screw someone who’s struggling to pay their rent.
Edit: changed “congressman” to “congressperson”. Surprised that one slipped by.
I don't understand why people don't just add 20% to the prices of things in their heads. We already do it for sales tax. We know the number at the register is gonna be different.
Right? I’m not good at doing math in my head, but even I can handle 10% times two.