Why Were We Never Taught Money?

Episode show notes

In this episode of Zomi WealthCast, Jordan is joined by Anna Brading, financial educator, author and founder of Mentora Money, who is reshaping how people learn about money and build financial confidence in everyday life.

The conversation unpacks the money lessons so many of us were never formally taught, from building an emergency fund to understanding the beliefs we carry from childhood. Anna explains why saving often feels difficult, why paying yourself first can be life changing, and how small systems can help people move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling in control.

Together, they explore the psychology of money, the habits shaped by our upbringing and the importance of mindset in every financial decision we make. Anna shares her journey from teaching and creative work to becoming a leading voice in financial education, using social media and community to close the literacy gap for people across the UK.

From breaking unhelpful money habits to understanding what you truly want your life to look like, this episode offers an honest and accessible look at how financial wellbeing begins with clarity, confidence and compassion.

What we cover

• Why so many people were never taught the basics of personal finance
• How childhood money experiences shape adult financial behaviour
• The three Ms Mindset, Management and Multiplication
• Why pay yourself first is one of the most effective habits in financial planning
• How to build and maintain an emergency fund with discipline
• Why confidence, not complexity, is often the missing piece in financial literacy
• The role social media plays in financial education and what to be cautious of
• How financial inclusion improves when advice is jargon free and human

Links

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About Our Guest

Anna Brading is a financial educator, author and founder of Mentora Money, a platform dedicated to helping people build financial confidence through education, mindset and simple systems. She is a certified financial education instructor and a passionate advocate for financial inclusion, with her work reaching thousands across the UK.

Anna has worked with government groups, major financial institutions and community organisations to improve access to clear and relatable money guidance. Her book and online content simplify complex ideas and focus on helping individuals understand their own money habits, beliefs and goals, empowering them to make informed decisions at every stage of life.

Featured by leading brands and a growing online audience, Anna is committed to making financial learning more human, more accessible and more supportive for people who want to take control of their money with clarity and confidence.

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