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143 \\ How to Navigate Money in Relationships: Shared Finances, Uncomfortable Conversations, Aligned Visions for Wealth in a Relationship, and more! | Interview with Dr. Christie Kederian


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In this episode of the Wealthy Woman Podcast, host Lauren talks with Dr. Christie Kederian, a relationship and dating psychologist, about the importance of understanding the meaning of money in relationships and how to navigate money in a healthy way. They discuss topics such as generational beliefs about money, the importance of having aligned visions for the future, and the significance of understanding the meaning of money to each individual in a relationship. 

They dive deep into the importance of communication and understanding each other's values and priorities when it comes to money in relationships, and provide valuable insights on how to navigate money and relationships in a healthy way.

Dr. Christie Kederian is a nationally renowned relationship expert who specializes in helping clients create lives they love and find love they deserve. With an extensive career as a professional matchmaker and relationship expert for eHarmony and Match.com affiliate company, Christie has helped thousands of people create lives they love and find love they deserve. She is a "Triple Trojan" receiving her Bachelor's, Master's & doctoral degree at the University of Southern California in Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy.   She is also a radio host, of The Lyrical Therapy Hour and has been a featured expert in ABC, NBC, KTLA, the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Cosmopolitan and many more. She is also a professional speaker and provides trainings with the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. She lives in Pasadena, CA with her husband and cocker spaniel, Lady and loves playing music {piano & bass guitar}, writing poetry and riding the peloton.

 

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Episode Outline: 

*Generational Beliefs About Money [00:02:50]*

How beliefs about money are often intergenerational and how it's important to understand where these beliefs come from in order to navigate money in relationships in a healthy way.

*Approaching Conversations About Money in Relationships [00:06:03]*

Having uncomfortable conversations about money before getting married or entering into a serious relationship. She suggests asking questions about aligned visions for the future and values, and what type of lifestyle each person envisions for their family.

*The Meaning of Money in Relationships [00:09:32]*

Christie emphasizes the importance of understanding the meaning of money to each individual in a relationship and how it relates to their vision for their life and lifestyle. She suggests starting with a conversation about each person's vision and what level of income or wealth is needed to achieve that vision.

*Matching Levels of Ambition [00:17:13]*

The importance of finding a partner who matches your level of ambition, rather than just financial success.

*Women and Career [00:19:38]*

The segment discusses how women's careers can be affected by having children and how it can create a huge issue when finances are completely separate.

*Financial Infidelity [00:27:24]*

The segment discusses financial infidelity and how it can feel like a betrayal in a relationship. It also recommends having shared finances and building trust over time.

*Joint Accounts and Separate Credit Cards [00:31:41]*

The benefits of having joint accounts and separate credit cards in a marriage to respect each other's spending habits.

*Shifting Priorities as a Working Mom [00:33:57]*

The identity shift that comes with motherhood and how it affects priorities and ambition in business.

*Slowing Down [00:38:44]*

The fear of slowing down in business and prioritizing family time is discussed, along with the importance of avoiding burnout.

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