TALKING ABOUT HARDSHIP

GROWING UP For a lot of Australians, times are tough at the moment.

The financial stress of low wage growth and rising house prices is leading to financial hardship which has a ripple effect through the entire family.

It can be a tricky issue to broach with children when you have to cut back on things they’ve become used to.

But it is a conversation you have to have. Use simple language Assure them they’ll be OK Explain how you’ll need to cut back Listen to their concerns Give them plenty of hugs