The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Most Replayed Moment: How To Talk About Money With Your Partner! The Mistakes Most Couples Make!

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Jan 23, 2026
Ramit Sethi, a personal finance expert and bestselling author, dives into the tricky terrain of money conversations in relationships. He reveals that financial stress is often rooted in psychology rather than just numbers. Couples typically lack awareness of their financial status, creating conflict. Ramit discusses gender roles in finances and emphasizes the importance of regular money talks. He categorizes partners into four money types and highlights that avoiding money discussions is a major relationship red flag. Tune in for insights on building a 'Rich Life' together!
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INSIGHT

Feelings Don't Track Balances

  • Most people feel about money independently of how much they actually have.
  • Ramit Sethi says mastering numbers and money psychology together creates a healthy money relationship.
ADVICE

Master Numbers And Psychology

  • Learn the basics of personal finance and know your numbers.
  • Work on your money psychology so you change how you talk and behave about money.
ANECDOTE

The Dinner Dance Solution

  • A wealthy woman earning far more than her boyfriend still wanted him to occasionally pay for dinner.
  • They solved it by having her hand him her card so he could pay, which preserved both feelings and finances.
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