“So in that moment, we discovered, wow, we have different thoughts and beliefs about money, and we were raised very differently around money, and we also can have humor around this. So that was the first time we started to act like a team.”

Breaking the silence on money could transform your relationships forever. Our host Ed Coambs sits down with Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, a former banking professional turned money psychology counselor, to explore the profound impact of financial conversations on personal connections. Kathleen shares her inspiring journey and the hurdles she overcame, including her struggle with an eating disorder, to help others navigate their financial lives. This episode emphasizes the importance of financial intimacy and unveils practical strategies for fostering healthy money conversations with your partner.

Discover how personal histories and money personalities shape our financial behaviors, as Ed and Kathleen recount personal experiences and the varying ways individuals cope with financial loss. Kathleen's poignant insights shine a light on the crucial role of validating personal pain and understanding one's money personality to build stronger, more compassionate financial relationships.

From addressing traditional gender roles to empowering women in corporate environments, this episode tackles mixed messages around financial motivations. Through compelling anecdotes and professional wisdom, learn how to recognize and nurture different money personalities within a marriage, transforming potential conflicts into opportunities for growth. This episode is packed with essential tips and heartfelt stories designed to empower you on your journey to financial well-being.

Key Topics:

• Breaking Money Silence (01:53)
• Kathleen’s Journey from Banking to Counseling Psychology to Financial Psychology (03:50)
• Money Trauma, Financial Psychology, and Personal Growth (07:43)
• Eating Disorders and Their Connection to Money Issues (13:56)
• Money Management and Empowerment for Women (19:09)
• Gender Roles and Money Management (23:00)
• Understanding and Empathy in Personal Finance and Relationships (28:29)
• Financial Planning and Coaching for Women (35:36)
• Money Psychology and Financial Therapy with a Professional Coach (40:04)
• Wrap-Up and Reaching Out (47:15)

Resources:

• KBKWealthConnection.com
• Kathleen on LinkedIn

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