Episode 11: Money Lessons for Kids and How Earnings Change Over Time

What’s the most important money lesson parents can pass down to their kids? On this episode of Aftermath, Ross and Scott Brown discuss why removing shame and secrecy around money matters, how financial priorities change across different decades of life, and why many people misunderstand when their peak earning years actually happen.They also explore financial regret, envy, and when saving too much can come at the cost of enjoying life — reinforcing that the best money strategy is the one that works for you.Episode Chapters• Talking to kids about money • Removing shame and secrecy • Learning from financial mistakes • Appearance vs. reality of wealth • Money habits by decade • Peak earning years • Social media and money pressure • Learning from experience • When saving too much becomes a problem • Finding what works for you