It's Time to Talk About Money
For the good of your relationship!
This Week’s Music for Grooving
Check out some of the recommendations from this week’s episode
What do career moves, relationship milestones, and family planning all have in common?
According to Abby Davisson, co-author of Money and Love: An Intelligent Roadmap for Life’s Biggest Decisions, they work better when we work on them together. Our most personal choices aren’t shaped by just emotion or just logic—they’re shaped by emotion and logic working in tandem.
In our conversation with Abby, she introduces the 5C framework—a practical decision-making model designed to help you make better choices with confidence and clarity. Drawing on decades of teaching experience and personal reflection, Abby explains why the old wisdom of separating love from money is outdated—and how more open financial conversations can help prevent regret. Whether you're single, partnered, or somewhere in between, her actionable advice will help you prepare for a better financial future.
We also explore the psychology behind our values, how identity and context shape our decisions, and why it’s crucial to have ongoing conversations about money—especially the uncomfortable ones. A little more clarity can transform the way you live, and this episode will help you rethink the tension between your heart and your wallet.
Want to watch this episode? Check it out on our YouTube Channel
Affect Heuristic and Going with Your Gut
Behavioral researchers have identified something called the affect heuristic, where people rely on their immediate feelings—how they feel about something—rather than a structured analysis. When something sparks positive emotions, we tend to perceive its risks as low and its benefits as high—even when that might not be accurate. This is why you might impulsively say “yes” to a partner’s dream idea or career shift because it feels exciting in the moment, even if the numbers don’t add up
Money and Love
In an article recently published in psychology today, the concept of tension in regards to Money and Love is explored even deeper. As high as 84% of Americans may be feeling some type of financial stress - so how does that affect our relationships? More importantly, how do we keep our relationships strong, despite the stress? Read the article linked below to find out more.
Housekeeping
If you want to know more about today’s guest, check out the links below!
Money and Love: An Intelligent Roadmap For Life’s Biggest Decisions by Myra Strober and Abby Davisson
And don’t forget to join the conversation with us in our Facebook Groove Community