Money conversations don’t derail because couples don’t care or aren’t trying. They derail because safety breaks down before solutions can take hold. This post explores why interrupting the pattern comes before fixing the problem, and how real change begins once conversations feel steadier.

Many couples can recognize their money patterns and still feel stuck. Emotional safety, not insight alone, is what allows real change to take hold in money conversations.

January routines are back, but money conversations often fall into the same familiar patterns. This piece explores why that happens, even with good intentions, and how recognizing those patterns can be the first step toward calmer, more connected money talks.

Dreams fade when life gets busy. But shared dreaming is the relational fuel that turns money talks from tense and tactical into hopeful and aligned. This month, reconnect around what you want to build together and set the stage for a more purposeful 2026.

Why the holiday season is the worst time to overhaul your money habits—and how a simple awareness practice can protect your finances and your relationship heading into the new year.

Connection grows in the little moments. Morning coffee, a shared podcast, or weekend biscotti can anchor a relationship through life’s challenges. These small rituals build understanding, teamwork, and alignment, even in tricky conversations about money. Start small, be intentional, and watch your connection deepen.

We’ve all heard the phrase “live within your means,” but what does that really look like when life gets unpredictable? In this blog, Dee explores the difference between living within and under your means, and how that simple shift can open the door to true financial peace and freedom. Learn how creating margin for your financial goals, including saving and investing, can bring you confidence in your financial future.

Your money roots run deeper than you think. The childhood messages and memories you carry still shape how you earn, spend, and talk about money today. By noticing your money scripts and where they began, you can shift old patterns and bring more awareness, compassion, and teamwork into your financial life.