Money For Couples with Ramit Sethi

13. “I’m dumb with money and he’s making me feel worse”

Oct 12, 2021
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ANECDOTE

Elizabeth Buys Car Impulsively

  • Elizabeth impulsively bought a new car without telling Adam after her old one became unfixable.
  • The purchase caused anger and communication issues between them.
INSIGHT

Words Shape Money Self-Image

  • Elizabeth’s negative self-talk about money reflects damage to her self-worth beyond finances.
  • Words like 'stupid' and 'disgusting' applied to her debt are actually self-labels.
ADVICE

Stop Negative Money Self-Talk

  • Avoid calling yourself dumb or stupid around money — it harms your confidence and behavior.
  • Reframe to "I haven't mastered this yet" and commit to gradual improvement.
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