In this conversation, Nina and Alyssa discuss the topic of money and its impact on relationships. They explore the concept of money guilt and scarcity, and how it can stem from one's background and upbringing. They also delve into the challenges couples face when it comes to money, including conflicts and financial infidelity. Alyssa provides tips on how to have productive conversations about money with your partner, as well as the importance of budgeting and building an emergency fund. She emphasizes the need for mindset shifts and reframing negative money narratives to improve financial wellness.

00:00 : Introduction and Money Guilt

11:59 : Money in Relationships

19:07 : The Importance of Budgeting

21:45 : Building an Emergency Fund

26:57 : Mindset Shifts for Financial Wellness

About Alyssa:

Alyssa Davies is a Trauma of Money certified facilitator and a published author living in Calgary, Alberta. She founded the two-time award-winning Canadian Personal Finance Blog of the Year, Mixed Up Money, and is the cohost of Money Feels, a podcast dedicated to healing your relationship with finances. Alyssa is currently pursuing her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, and her books, The 100 Day Financial Goal Journal and Financial First Aid are currently available for purchase.

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