Too young to worry about money

I think that nobody should take that answer too seriously. I remember when I was about 15 and we talked about jobs in school. One of my friend said that he just want money. I thought that he was stupid: money isn't everything. I would more likely take a job that I love than job which make more money. I have thought that all my life, so it just depends on person (and the way person is raised) what his values are.

Wow this really surpriced me.But I think it is not only about society how you mention but also about parents.I think the kid was taking something like that from them, because don't think society would have so big influence on him.And I mean what society?Other kids, or who?With who is that 9 years old meeting with,from who he can have ideas like that to make money is the most important.I think it is from parents or family. Yeah when I was kid I was choosing what I wanted be, if it was fun and something I was interested about.Also I never hear any kid to be a dentist.Do you??I mean the most the time, kids want to be a teacher, doctor, singer...but dentist??I though all kids are scared from going to the dentist.Aren't they?

I think the kids of today are more mature in thinking than the previous generation because of so many changes in our society and in technology. Computers and electronic gadgets like cellphones and ipods act not only as their entertainment gadgets but as a source of information as well through the internet. They have access to tv and movies that speak of the reality that without money one can not enjoy life fully, or if they don't have money they can't afford to buy anything they want. With their young age they already know the value of money or what it can do for them or to their families. A young child may have parents who often quarrel about money, or he may have experienced times of hunger because of poverty, so the condition of having no money is real to him we can't blame him if to make money is his first mission when he grows up more than helping other people. Or maybe he sees so many people living poorly in his environment that he doesn't want to be like them. So I think it depends on the environment of the kid, how he is being brought up and the kind of education and/or values he is getting from school, society and his family. I think there's nothing wrong nowadays for kids to want to make more money in their future, because it is a "must" in order to survive - and help others. If you have lots of money, it will be easier to help others even if it is not your first priority. The role of the parents and the society is to instill in the kids many good values that they won't forget even when they become rich millionaires someday, or to teach them how to manage or use their money while they don't have it yet. When I was a kid, I too have no idea about money stuff, I just wanted to be, as kids usually say it, "somebody someday." Then I realized, man won't get nowhere without spending much or a little, more so, if he wants to make a difference in others and in this world.

Well I know with my kids...ages 10,11,12 and 15 they want money money money. I feel in a way it comes from me as I have no money lol and of course want some. But I also want then to realize things are not going to be handed to them on a platter. I had to work for everything I have today and as hard as it was and is I want my kids to work for what they want. People think I am rude because I wont buy my kids all the latest fashions or technology or anything else. I just feel thats wrong. I think my kids also get some from some of their friends who do have everything handed to them. They want what their friends have. Yes kids should be kids but I think with this day and age they are being kids.

He either saw it on TV or his parents make an excuse for not having enough money to not buy what he wants. I would rather do what I want then only do it for the money. That is why some people hate their jobs is because its only for the money. Eventually it will make them mad where they will do something they will regret if they lose there temper or patience. That is just my opinion.

When I was younger, I was very much like you. I was all about helping people and wanting a nice husband, family etc. then I got married, divorced and have raised 4 children on my own (all girls)on a very limited income. I began preaching to my girls at a very young age the importance of independence which is earning enough money to make it on your own on your own. I think it is all about balance. Earning a decent living is very important and in order to do that a decent education is important. Teaching kids values and morals is equally important. Without morals and values a child will be as disfunctional in society as a child that grows up perhaps kind and likeable but with no work skills or ambitions or no value of money. I agree that money should not be a priority but it should go hand in hand with treating people kindly and fairly.

ya , u are correct in one sense . too little ones may not understand the entire universe, its behaviour and changes . they cannot best plan their futures. that is why all our child hood dreams and remaining as dream only and we are just chasing the dreams daily

A lot of what children think comes from their parents. I have always tried to teach my children to have goals that will be worthwhile but also based on what they enjoy doing. Even so, by the time my oldest 2 where 13 they were wanting to get a job... any job so long as they could have their own money. Maybe I said no too often to things that they wanted. Also their father (who I am no longer with) is a greedy person who will try to get as much as he can for the least amount of money. So maybe this is an influence too. It is sad though that children now think of money before helping others.

I also wasn't thinking about money yet at that age. Around that time I think I wanted to become a lawyer as a stepping stone to becoming a politician, like a president or something. And I swear it wasn't for the money! I really was very idealistic back then and I still am to this day, but I think studying to become a lawyer is too tough.

That is sad to be that focused that young. Let's see, I'm 36 years old now, and I'm going to make my fortune um, well, ... Let's see.... Guess I'll let you know when it happens. LOL!

That is sad. The worst part is he probably learned that from his parents. What are we teaching our children?!

I guess that this kid just learned money is the reason why he should get a job. Well, it might be sad to think that kids as young as nine would worry about money. But, you know here in my city, some children who just learned how to walk are working for their families. Well, of course they were just made to work by their foolish, lazy, and irresponsible parents. They beg on the streets or sell some stuff like rags or flowers. I always pity them. These kids have no choice but to view aquiring money as their ultimate goal in life. I wouldn't blame them if they tell me that they would want to make lots of money first over helping other people. On the other hand, if the place isn't so impoverished, kids should be taught proper principles in life, good morals and not love for money.