Lived Experience Is the Best Teacher: Let’s Talk About Money
Oct 07, 2025
On this episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Natasha Bonsu, financial wellbeing advocate, about how lived experience and open conversations can reshape how we approach money—for ourselves and the next generation.
Natasha shares insights on the importance of financial wellbeing, especially in protecting vulnerable and at-risk individuals, and why we must normalize making mistakes as part of the learning process. Whether you're a parent, educator, or advocate, this episode is a powerful reminder that real money conversations start with empathy and authenticity.
💡 Key Takeaways:
🔹 Lived experience is the best experience.
🔹 Help kids think critically about money.
🔹 Financial wellbeing protects those most at risk—from fraud, debt, and poor decisions.
🔹 Parents and educators must lead the way—start conversations early and often.
🔹 Find financial voices and resources that resonate with you.
🔹 Give yourself grace—mistakes are part of growth.
🔹 Plan for the unexpected.
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Bio:
Natasha Bonsu is a highly experienced Financial Wellbeing Consultant and who is passionate about helping people thrive financially with practical steps and tailored guidance.
Her career started in Asset Management for a few global financial service companies. She became a single parent with a mountain of debt, Natasha faced her own financial misfortune, which motivated her to learn about personal finance and find solutions to overcome hardships. She believes in sharing her experiences and expertise to guide others on their financial journeys with confidence and success. Natasha has a unique perspective and empathises with the struggles people face when making financial decisions.
Natasha's approach is rooted in the belief that financial knowledge is not just about money, but also about overall life satisfaction and well-being. With a proven track record of transforming lives of over 5000 people and over 250 workshops. Natasha is committed to
empower individuals to make informed decisions, build resilience, and achieve financial independence.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, writing her first book, and dancing until her feet are sore!