Everyone learns about money differently and these differences shape our perspective on it. And because it’s closely linked to our safety and security, it makes it difficult to discuss. However, despite how awkward it may feel, financial conversations are extremely important in relationships.

In this episode, we'll talk about starting a safe conversation with our partner about our finances and how it affects our relationships. We'll delve into understanding the deeper psychological processes to minimize arguments over money and level up the love in your relationship.

Ed Coambs, MBA, CFP, CFT, is an internationally recognized thought leader in financial therapy, who has been cited by the Wall Street Journal, the Associated Press, and Time. He leads couples from financial despair and frustration into financial intimacy and connection using the latest in love and brain science. He earned master's degrees in business, counseling, and financial planning. He is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified financial planner, and certified financial therapist.

Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website.

In this episode

7:03 How the guys from his workplace and his relationship with his wife inspired Ed to explore financial intimacy.

13:31 How to prepare for a safe conversation about money with your partner.

21:10 Understanding attachment styles and multi-generation attachment and developing a new internal representation of safety and security.

Mentioned

The Healthy Love & Money Way: How the Four Attachment Styles Impact Your Financial Well-Being (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book)

The Couples Guide To Financial Intimacy

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