Five Money Talks to have between turkey and touchdowns

Conversations for deeper connection.

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Thanksgiving gives us two things America loves: family and football.

In between the timeouts and the second slice of pie, you’ve got the perfect window for one thing more — a real conversation about money.

Not lectures. Not pressure.

Just real talk that helps everybody level up.

Here are five quick, meaningful money talks you can drop into the day naturally:

💸 “What’s one financial win you’ve had this year?”

Keep it positive. Everyone has something — whether it’s a paid off car, a little more savings or a raise. Success breeds success.

💸 “What’s one thing you want to learn about money next year?”

This shifts the table from gossip to growth. You might also discover who’s quietly serious about changing their financial life.

💸 “What’s a money habit you wish you started earlier?”

A simple reflection that turns into wisdom-sharing across generations.

💸 “What’s something you’re grateful for that money can’t buy?”

A grounding question that gently shifts the focus to what truly matters — connections, health, moments, memories

💸 “What’s one financial move our family could make together?”

Maybe it’s a group savings challenge, a shared investment idea or just committing to better conversations like this.

Keep it simple, keep it light, and keep it focused on what helps everyone move forward.

These prompts aren’t about money itself as much as they’re about understanding each other a little better.

Short, warm and no pressure.

Just the kind of talk that brings families closer — even if your team is losing.