Should I give my children pocket money?

How much is enough?

Should they have to earn it through chores?

Knowing how much, when, and what can feel like a tricky minefield when thinking about pocket money for our kids. Some of you might decide simply not to do it, and that’s ok too.

I can’t give you the right answer, because only you know what’s best for your family, but in this bucket emptying episode, I’m going to share five benefits of pocket money, from emotional regulation to financial skills, that might just help you find the answers you’re looking for.

So pour yourself a cuppa, find a comfy seat, and enjoy the conversation…

Highlights from this episode:

01:09 - Linking pocket money to chores

03:30 - Don’t eat the marshmallow!

05:29 - Opportunity cost

08:36 - Pocket money builds emotional regulation

11:04 - Finance and social conscience

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