Money — it's the number one cause of marital stress. It can lead to terrible arguments, resentment and even divorce. Don't let your relationship suffer from the common affliction of money arguments. Listen to today's show to learn the tools to talk with your partner about money in a productive way that won't hurt your relationship. In this episode we disc ... Show More
Apr 4
Stop Saying "Calm Down"—Do This Instead
Telling someone to “calm down” usually does the opposite—it makes people feel dismissed, misunderstood, and even more activated. In this episode, the hosts explore why that phrase backfires in moments of anger, anxiety, disappointment, or excitement, and why it often comes from t ... Show More
51m 36s
Mar 28
The Mental Load in Relationships (Why It Causes Stress)
The mental load in relationships refers to the invisible work of planning, remembering, organizing, and anticipating what needs to happen in a household or family. When one partner carries more of this cognitive responsibility, it can lead to stress, resentment, and the feeling t ... Show More
51m 38s
May 2024
How to Talk to Your Partner About Money, Without Fighting! | E402
Are you tired of all the drama that surrounds money conversations in your relationship?
This is an issue that so many couples deal with. Money is a highly emotional topic, and it can be very triggering, especially when we don't feel respected or understood.
It takes a high deg ... Show More
34m 56s
Dec 2023
You Spent How Much? How Tightwads and Spendthrifts Can Coexist In A Relationship with Scott Rick
Raise your hand. Are you the tightwad or the spendthrift in your relationship? I have to admit, I’m mostly the tightwad but don’t get me wrong, I do love to spend money too. Get this, tightwads are more likely to marry spendthrifts than they are to marry someone like themselves. ... Show More
47m 49s
Aug 2023
Radical Money Advice for Couples w/ the RadCoaches #713
<p>Finances get a little more complicated when a significant other enters the equation. There might be additional income which is nice, but don’t forget about their debt, emotional baggage around money, and independent financial goals which hopefully become shared goals! There’s ... Show More
51m 59s
Jan 2024
2606: 5 Rules for Having a Constructive Conflict Conversation About Money by Kyle Benson of Gottman
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Episode 2606:
Kyle Benson from Gottman.com explores the complexities of financial conflicts in relationships, emphasizing that disa ... Show More
10m 17s