Future Focused:  Unlock Your Kids’ Imagination About the Bright Future Ahead

In this episode of It’s Not About Money, Matt and Charla dive into the importance of helping kids imagine their future and the benefits of incorporating fun, future-focused conversations at the dinner table. They share tips on how to encourage kids to dream about their life ahead, making the idea of adulthood feel exciting and achievable. These discussions not only help kids see their future selves as more than just a distant concept but also foster thoughtful decision-making in the present.

Key Topics Covered:

– The Power of Imagining the Future: Charla emphasizes that when kids are encouraged to think of their future self as a “friend” instead of a stranger, it changes how they approach decisions. By imagining their future, kids are more likely to make choices that are aligned with the person they want to become.

– Table Talk Questions: Matt and Charla suggest incorporating “future-focused” questions into your regular family mealtime discussions. These fun and lighthearted questions help kids think about their future, but without the pressure of having to figure everything out right away. Charla shares several examples of great questions to ask, like, “Will you be the one to cook meals in your family?” or “What will be the first vacation you pay for as an adult?”

– The Freedom of Adulthood: Charla talks about how important it is to remind kids that adulthood offers freedom and the ability to choose, whether it’s a career, travel, or spending money. By thinking about the vacations they want to take or the kind of house they envision, they learn about the balance between dream and reality—how to work towards those goals.

– Dream Big, Plan Ahead: Finally, the hosts encourage parents to let their kids dream big and not be too quick to bring up the practical side of things like costs or limitations. Charla shares how her teen financial curriculum allows students to plan and pay for their honeymoon, offering them a chance to connect dreams with real-world planning.

Call to Action:

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2. Dream Together: Take a moment to ask your child about their future. What dreams or goals do they have, and how can you help them start making choices today that align with those dreams?
   
3. Download the Questions: Want to inspire your kids to think about their future? Head over to our blog and find the full list of fun, thought-provoking questions to ask your family at dinner. Start dreaming together and shaping your kids’ future today!
   
4. Share Your Stories: How do you encourage your kids to dream about their future? We’d love to hear your experiences! Join the conversation on our social media channels or leave a comment here.
   

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