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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 brings both joy and sh...

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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 Couple 

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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 the ...

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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 ch...

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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 consider. 

 

Was it e...

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Developing a Family Investment Philosophy Apr 08, 2024

What emotions does the phrase “investment philosophy” evoke for you? A sense of confidence and clarity? Or perhaps fear, confusion, or shame?  

 

As a financial therapist and financial planner, I kn...

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Why Attending Family Weddings Helps With Financial Intimacy Mar 29, 2024

Recently I got to attend the wedding of the flower girl from my own wedding. I have watched Samantha grow up over the years since she walked down the aisle 17 years ago at my wedding. It amazes me to ...

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How To Change Financial Habits As A Couple Mar 22, 2024

The journey of changing your habits as a couple can have many unseen obstacles until you know what to look for. Having a framework that can help the two of you through the process of change can be imm...

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