- Only Spend Within Your Means
The math is simple. One should not expend more than they are taking in. If you make $500 a week, you should not be spending $100 of that on weekly take-out.
It is not surprising that 56% of parents had this tidbit in their top three recommendations for a child.
You can relay this concept to children by allowing them 5 treats a week. When they ask for more, you can remind them that they need to be aware of their allotment to ensure they stay within the given amount.