I've have taken a very philosophical view about this. The question deep deep down is to ask yourself - "would you rather be your friend?". For me, being 100% honest and not prideful, the answer could be yes.

Think very very deep.

People without rich parents, we are working each day to survive. I'm not sure about you, but my quick math tells me you need at least $10k a month for a decent HDB, a car, a baby, savings and insurance. And each day we are working simply for that.

Now, put aside your ego for once and imagine every month, you've GIVEN this $10k. Will you say no? The reason why your friend decided to go to his vices because he can afford to. I can't.

Life is unfair. And after thinking about it long and hard, I think only one thing should remain. You can smile at the end of the day if you earn $3k or if you are given $10k.