Money Conversations are Hard
Do you find it difficult to talk about money with your partner? Join the club. Money is a leading cause of stress in relationships.
When it comes to money, communication is key. Constructive money conversations create transparency, establish shared goals, and provide meaningful insights into each other’s perspectives.
So, how do you open up the dialogue? Of course, you can always lean on us to guide these sensitive conversations, but you can also broach them yourself.
The key is to ask questions that are non-accusatory and start with questions to identify values and beliefs. For example:
- “What are your money goals? Do you feel like we’re on track to get there?”
- “Fill in the blank as it relates to our finances. Wouldn’t it be great if we_______?”
- “What’s your biggest fear when it comes to money?”
Despite the initial discomfort, discussing finances with your partner is key to building a healthy, lasting relationship. The more you have these conversations, the easier they get.
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