My Top 5 Lessons From One Year Of Interviewing Couples About Money

In this podcast episode, we explore the top five lessons learned from interviewing over 50 couples about their finances over the past year. The discussion highlights common financial challenges couples encounter, such as negative self-talk about money ("I'm bad with money"), feelings of guilt around spending, and falling for money myths like the necessity of always buying a house. It also addresses the lack of open financial communication and shared decision-making, as well as the absence of a unified vision for a fulfilling life together. The episode underscores the importance of shifting negative beliefs, setting a comfortable spending limit, questioning financial myths, encouraging honest conversations about money with your partner, and crafting a shared vision for the future. These steps can significantly enhance financial well-being and minimize conflicts.