SugarMamma’s Fireplay START HERE: How to Talk to Your Parents About Money (Without Starting a Fight)
In this heartfelt Start Here episode, Canna answers a listener’s question about how to talk to ageing parents about money — especially when you’re worried they might make risky decisions around super or retirement.
Canna explores how to start these sensitive conversations with empathy, respect, and confidence. She shares practical tools and scripts for opening the dialogue without conflict, helping your parents get quality financial advice, and keeping family boundaries intact while staying supportive.
What You’ll Learn:
✨ Why conversations about money across generations can be emotional — and how to make them constructive
✨ How to lead with curiosity rather than control
✨ Ways to encourage your parents to do a financial “health check”
✨ How to use free support like Centrelink’s Financial Information Service (FIS)
✨ The benefits of asking super funds if they offer free general advice
✨ How to balance helping your parents while protecting your own goals
✨ The key phrase that will change every family money talk: “I’m your ally, not your auditor.”
Key Takeaway:
Talking about money with your parents isn’t about control — it’s about care. Lead with empathy, curiosity, and respect, and remember: progress in family finances is measured not by who’s right, but by who feels heard.
📎 Disclaimers
This episode provides general financial education only and does not constitute personal financial advice or product recommendations. You should always consider your personal circumstances and seek advice from a licensed financial planner before making financial decisions.
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