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Money Conversations in Romantic Relationships

Money Conversations in Romantic Relationships

Update: 2024-09-03
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In this episode, Dr. Shay Harris-Pierre interviews Tairsa Mathews and Ed Coambs about money in relationships. Tairsa shares her money story and how her parents' hard work and creative problem-solving shaped her attitude
towards money. She also discusses the challenges of navigating a varied income based on commissions with her husband. Ed provides insights into common dynamics that can arise in couples related to money and emphasizes the
importance of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and clear communication in these conversations. The episode highlights the intersection of money and attachment styles, and the impact of childhood experiences on financial
behaviors in adulthood.


 


Takeaways



  • Parents' money lessons and behaviors can shape our attitudes towards money.

  • Having different financial perspectives in a relationship is possible, but it requires open communication and collaboration.

  • Self-awareness, emotional regulation, and clear
    communication are essential in money conversations with partners.

  • Attachment styles and childhood experiences can influence how we approach money in relationships.

  • Understanding the intersection of money and emotions is crucial for building healthy financial dynamics.




Resources


Learn more about Ed Coambs’ work here: www.healthyloveandmoney.com


Check out Ed’s podcast here: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/podcasts/healthy-love-and-money


 


Here are the citations for the articles I mentioned:


Ross, D. B., Coambs, E., & Johnson, E.
(2022). Trauma of the past: The impact of adverse childhood experiences on
adult attachment, money beliefs and behaviors, and financial transparency. Journal of Financial Therapy13(1), 4.


 


Pollmann, M. M. (2021). Let’s Talk about Money:
The Role of Attachment Styles in Couples’ Financial Communication, Financial
Management, and Financial Conflict. Journal of Financial Therapy12(2), 6.

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Money Conversations in Romantic Relationships

Money Conversations in Romantic Relationships

Dr. Shay