Money Thoughts Matter: Scarcity Vs Abundance

Imagine you’re wearing a pair of cloudy, gray money goggles.

When you look at your piggy bank, you might only see a few coins and think, “That’s not much. I’ll never save enough for that big toy I want.”

Those gray goggles can make you feel unsure or a little discouraged about money.

But here’s the truth: it’s not the piggy bank that’s the problem — it’s how you’re seeing it!

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Now, picture yourself putting on a pair of bright, sunny yellow money goggles.

You peek at that same piggy bank and say, “Wow! Look at what I’ve already saved! If I keep going, I can reach my goal!”

With those yellow goggles on, even a few coins look full of promise. They make you feel hopeful and excited — like you’re on a treasure hunt and already halfway there!

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Here are three takeaways:

The Three Jobs of Money

Guess what? A coin isn’t just a coin! It has three very important jobs, and you are the boss of all of them!

Job 1: To Grow

This is when you save your money. Just like planting a seed, you put your money in a special place and let it grow over time.

Job 2: To Be Used

This is when you spend your money on things you need or want, like a new book, a fun toy, or a yummy snack.

Job 3: To Help

This is when you use your money to help others or your community. It could be for a good cause, or even to buy a gift for someone you love.