The Ramsey Show It’s Time to Grow Up and Own Your Life
May 16, 2025
The hosts tackle complex questions about balancing financial support and personal pasts, including whether to support an abusive parent. They explore stories of overcoming scams and managing debt, emphasizing resilience and sound money management. Engaging discussions address how couples can align their financial goals before marriage and the challenges of navigating finances in blended families. Listeners also receive practical tips on budgeting, finding stability, and the importance of setting boundaries in financial dynamics.
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Set Boundaries With Abusive Parents
- Do not use discomfort as your only guide when deciding to financially support an abusive parent.
- Set honest boundaries and honestly communicate your limits without guilt or resentment.
Recovering After Financial Scam
- Accept loss after a scam and focus on rebuilding your financial foundation.
- Start saving again and build an emergency fund; don’t expend energy chasing unlikely recovery.
Support Over Pressure In Finance
- Do not pressure a fiancé overwhelmed by life changes about money; instead, give space and support.
- Agree on small, achievable financial goals together and build progress gradually after big life events.