3058: Raising Consumer Conscious Teenagers in an Age of Excess by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3058: Joshua Becker explores practical ways to guide young people in resisting materialism, understanding advertising influence, and prioritizing experiences over possessions. By fostering mindful consumption habits early, parents can empower teens to make thoughtful financial choices that align with their values. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/consumer-conscious-teens/ Quotes to ponder: "Marketers spend billions of dollars every year targeting our children with advertisements, hoping to shape their buying habits for decades to come." "Help them see that happiness is not found in the accumulation of possessions, but in the pursuit of meaning, relationships, and contribution." "The best way to help our teenagers become wise consumers is to model it ourselves." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices