Most parents agree that talking to kids about their future matters. What we struggle with is when to start and how hard to push. Start too early and it feels like pressure. Wait too long and it feels like neglect. The truth is, career conversations shouldn’t be a single talk. They should be a series of age-appropriate conversations that evolve as your child grows.

When you’re young, stability doesn’t sound exciting. Adventure, fun, freedom... those are the things that get your attention. Stability sounds boring, like something for old people. But here’s the truth: stability is what gives you the ability to enjoy all the good things in life without losing them as quickly as they came.