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Exploring Defensiveness and How It Becomes a Vicious Cycle Jun 21, 2024

Defensiveness is a psychological defense mechanism often used in response to criticism, judgment, and being shamed. Psychological defensiveness is often used by couples during conflict and can lead...

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How Financial Planning Can Prevent Financial Infidelity Jun 13, 2024

Financial infidelity is a topic that has been getting more and more press in recent years. On the whole, that is a good thing for us. 

 

I have seen firsthand and in the lives of my...

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How Do Couples Split Finances? Jun 07, 2024

 How many different ways can there be for couples to split their finances? 

 

What is your answer?

 

When I was young and newly married, mine was simple: one. I hadn’t...

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What to Do When Financial Planning Evokes Deep Insecurity May 31, 2024

“Wow! That wake boat is amazing!” That’s the first thought that passed through my mind as we fueled up our rented pontoon boat over Memorial Day weekend. Loving life on the lake...

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How to Find a Financial Planner as a Couple May 16, 2024

Finding a financial planner is an important decision as a couple. It can take some time and effort to find the right person for the two of you.

 

How To Find a Financial Planner as a...

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What Does Therapy-Informed Financial Planning Look Like? May 09, 2024

Financial planning has historically focused on what to do with your money. This is hugely helpful for improving spending, increasing investment returns, navigating taxes, and making sure you have...

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Why Financial Planning Is Part of Healing From Childhood Trauma Apr 30, 2024

Every year, when April comes around, I love the change from winter to spring, hearing the birds chirping, and seeing the flowers blooming. At the same time, I am reminded of the painful experiences...

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Healing from Financial Trauma as a Couple Apr 12, 2024

What comes to mind when you reflect on the words “financial trauma?” 

 

Take a few minutes to stop, reflect, and write about what comes to mind. Allow your mind to wander and...

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