This is a polarizing topic and I'd like your input.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-finance-therapist--4876981/support ..read more

Money conflicts; you are not alone if you are having financial struggles in your relationship. Every relationship has to go through some kind of conversation or communion to find a peaceful compromise on how to save, spend and prioritize, money. OutlineNavigating money conflicts in relationships. Michele Paiva explores how money conflicts in relationships can be intimate and resolved through compassion and understanding. Money conflicts in families and communication breakdowns. Mom feels disconnected from dad due to communication breakdowns and unmet emotional needs. Money conflicts ..read more

Even if you didn't suffer any damage, and knock on wood, most of us did not, remember, earthquakes can leave a lasting impact on both our emotions and our finances. By taking proactive steps to prepare and seek support when needed, we can navigate the aftermath with resilience and strength. This eposide discusses some emotional responses and some financial considerations, even if the earthquake in the northeast on April 5th, was relatively mild for you. This also connects to anyone who experiences an earthquake or other natural disaster or warning. Did you feel the earthquake ..read more

Amercians just got an eye opener from Northwestern Mutuals new research.  If you think you have enough, you are in the minority. If you think you don't have enough, you are probably correct. Here's the research and a few strategies to help stretch your retirement dollars. Also, be sure to check out my yearlong free program, FLEX and other resources on my site, www.TheFinanceTherapist.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-finance-therapist--4876981/support ..read more

This a special report per the breaking news of the Princess of Wales diagnosis of cancer after abdominal surgery in January. I extend prayers and healing to her, her family and all those suffering with their own life struggles. This is near to my heart. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-finance-therapist--4876981/support ..read more

Second (or third) marriages come with a slew of unique struggles that first marriages simply do not embody. Todays show is all about some of the most common struggles that you may experiences when heading into a second marriage or, if you'd been involved in one for decades; and feel overwhelmed. Don't worry, I have some examples of how to climb out of the stress! Give the show a like, five stars and a follow so I can continue to create free content to help people like you to live their most peace-deserved lives filled with love and financial security. www.TheFinanceTherapist.com for free res ..read more

California's Proposition 1 was approved but is it a model or is it a nightmare? There's obviously supporters but critics as well. What do you think? Free resources: www.TheFinanceTherapist.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-finance-therapist--4876981/support ..read more

I kid you not, these basket ideas for Easter will be Egg-Citing!  I have included ideas for: young children  preteens teens adults and couples - something for everyone. I brought up croissants in this episode (you'll hear it!) and I know that they are "French" but their roots were Viennese, that was what I was talking about- on that topic, I hope I get croissants in my Easter Basket :) Please think about following the podcast and let's connect on instagram as well. www.TheFinanceTherapist.com Instagram @TheFinanceTherapistLLC Become a supporter of this podcast: https ..read more

Listen, don't get me wrong. If your goal is to be completely financially free, maybe living off of the grid or just so wealthy that you'll never work, volunteer, need a loan, co-sign for someone and you will be layered in assets galore, that is fine. Life isn't always about your assets. Sometimes you need to prove you are not bat crazy with your finances. It is probably not happening tomorrow, though. In that case, you might want to think about having good credit. For good credit, you need to have some debt. Managable debt. But why?  This episode is all about that. If you wa ..read more

It is the next to the last episode of the season. Isolation and how to cope through the lens of evolutionary psychology- this is educational, not therapy- please see your therapist or a clinic if you feel isolated and overwhelmed. I hold a support group but wanted to offer three free sessions for anyone on my free newsletter, The Portfolio, so here is session one. Isolation. There are three prompts, so grab a pen and paper and begin to write and reflect. Visit me at TheFinanceTherapist.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-finance-therapist--4876981/sup ..read more