Child psychology and child psychiatry cannot be reformed. They must be abolished.
Thomas SzaszRead
What is important for kids to learn is that no matter how much money they have, earn, win, or inherit, they need to know how to spend it, how to save it, and how to give it to others in need. This is what handling money is about, and this is why we give kids an allowance.
Interpretation
Children must learn the value of money management, including spending, saving, and giving.
This quote emphasizes the importance of teaching children about financial literacy. It suggests that simply having money is not enough; they must also understand how to manage it responsibly by knowing how to spend wisely, save for the future, and give to those in need. This foundational knowledge lays the groundwork for a healthy relationship with money as they grow up.
In practice
Teaching a financial literacy class in schools.
Child psychology and child psychiatry cannot be reformed. They must be abolished.
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