Money For Couples with Ramit Sethi

206. “I quit my job to care for our son, but can we afford it?”

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Apr 29, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Family Crisis and Career Change

  • Anna and Will's lives were upended when their second son was diagnosed with a severe heart defect before birth.
  • Anna stopped working to care for their son through multiple surgeries and hospital stays.
INSIGHT

Identity Shifts Affect Finances

  • Identity shifts complicate financial decisions after major life changes like illness or career shifts.
  • Until Anna and Will accept new identities, their money choices feel conflicting and confusing.
ADVICE

Nonjudgmental Approach to Purchases

  • Handle small household purchases by allowing one partner to decide without judgment.
  • Express only positive opinions or opt for no discussion to reduce tension and build trust.
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