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Money For Couples with Ramit Sethi
131. “We’re worth $5.5M but I feel like it doesn’t belong to me”
Nov 21, 2023
Matt and Ruane, a millionaire couple, discuss their struggles with money in their relationship. They talk about a condo purchase disagreement, communication issues, lack of trust, and the importance of gratitude. They also explore the challenges of prioritizing their relationship, guilt-free spending, and the idea of hiring household help. They reflect on financial behaviors and building a rich life.
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- Having separate finances and a conversation where Matt made it clear that his money is his own has led to feelings of being undervalued and a lack of trust for Ruwan in their relationship.
- The couple's busy lives as parents and focus on providing for their children has resulted in a lack of connection and a longing for their pre-parenting days.
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Lack of Communication and Money Boundaries
The couple's relationship is haunted by a conversation they had before getting married, where Matt made it clear that his money is his own. This has led to feelings of being undervalued and a lack of trust for Ruwan. They have separate finances and contribute a percentage of their income to joint expenses. However, the conversation still affects their dynamic, with Ruwan feeling like the household money doesn't belong to her.
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