Week 5’s family money principles suggest reframing the conversation. Instead of "You’re wasting your inheritance!" try "This money was meant to give you opportunities – [...]
Week 5’s case studies show this depends on your goals. Ask yourselves: "Are we protecting our future, or just avoiding hard conversations?" Many couples in [...]
In Week 5, we emphasize starting from curiosity, not confrontation. Try: "I noticed the credit card balance seems higher than usual. Can we look at [...]
Week 5 teaches that surface-level conflict (spending vs. saving) often comes from deeper levels - identity or beliefs. You might see yourself as a “saver,” they [...]
This is a common concern. It's rooted in wounds from past debt cycles. Strategies might include: Create a simple debt-alert plan: if debt appears, we [...]
In a nutshell, week 5 will suggest starting with curiosity and connection: 1. Ask about early money experiences: “What did your parents teach you about money?” [...]
Alan & Katie NEVER compare pineapples! Focus on your own unique journey. You also have your own unique goals. Keep the lens on your shared [...]
You’re not alone as money is one of the main reasons couples split. Week 5 encourages creating a safe, structured space—like a weekly “money date”—so it’s [...]
Week 5 emphasises aligning values first and tactics second. Instead of pushing budgeting or debt repayment, begin with discussions around shared goals: “What do we want [...]
The biggest mistake is not talking about money. Week 5 stresses that money is too often treated as a taboo so they need to know why [...]
