More Than a Budget

More Than a Budget

by Relational Media

Investing Relationships

Season 1

Debt as a Tool, Not a Toy

There are very few people who can buy a home, or a brand new car, or pay for a college education without paying them off over time. These things are also rarely discretionary - but the amount we spend might be. In this episode, Jeff and John discuss how to use debt as a tool, not a toy.

What If I Don't Know What I'm Feeling?

Being able to communicate your feelings is just as important as being able to identify them, especially when you're part of a couple. Sometimes finding the words to describe our feelings seems impossible, but being able to honestly discuss them with your partner will help you maintain a healthy relationship - with the added benefit of increasing your emotional intelligence! In this episode, Jeff and John discuss three steps to identifying, communicating, and eventually working through your feelings.

Hidden Values

Values are central to how we navigate our lives, especially as a couple. Hidden values are the ones that we've never put into words, but they still shape our choices. In this episode, Jeff and John discuss the concept of hidden values and why it is so important to discuss them as a team.

Sharing Invisible Labor

If you've ever felt that you do more work than your partner, chances are high that you've felt resentment towards them as a result. In this episode, Jeff and John talk about how to share labor - including the "invisible labor" we do every day.

Opposites Attract

Do you have the same argument with your partner over and over? Believe it or not, that's completely normal! Opposites attract, which means you both have your own way of doing things, and that's going to lead to conflict. In this episode, Jeff and John discuss how opposites attract, and what that means for your relationship.

Basics of Retirement Planning

Tackling your finances can feel overwhelming - there can be a lot to sort out. In this episode, John takes the lead and explains how you should start taking control of your financial future.

How to Teach Your Kids About Money

Teaching your children about money can be difficult, but it all starts with simple communication. In this episode, Jeff and John break down the basics of how to raise your kids to be financially responsible.

Gratitude

It's easy to focus on what's going wrong, but how often do we stop and feel thankful? Maybe your spouse brought home dinner, or got the kids ready for school, or sent a sweet text when you were having a rough day. In this episode, Jeff and John talk about the importance of expressing gratitude.

Stop Focusing on the Disaster You Want to Avoid

Target fixation happens when you focus on the disaster you want to avoid instead of the positive outcome you want. When we fixate on the negative, we often find ourselves moving closer to it. If you or your spouse always seem to be swerving to avoid disasters (and failing), this is the episode for you.

Arguing in Different Time Zones

Some people live in the moment and others are always planning ahead. Oftentimes there's one of each in a relationship, which can lead to frustration financially and otherwise. If it feels like you and your partner are arguing in different time zones, this episode is for you!

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