The Dr. John Delony Show My Fiancé Hid $100K in Debt from Me
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Dec 8, 2025 A woman discovers her fiancé has hidden over $100,000 in debt, sparking a deep dive into trust and financial infidelity. As they navigate this revelation, topics like addiction to social media and its role in coping with loneliness are explored. A wife seeks forgiveness after an affair, prompting discussions on emotional disconnection and reconciliation strategies. The conversation emphasizes building real connections and setting boundaries, while also offering practical steps to regain control in relationships.
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Turn On The Lights: Audit Finances
- Pull all three credit reports for both partners and add every debt into one clear list so you know the real exposure.
- Create a written roadmap of trust and set strict budget boundaries like approving purchases over set amounts together.
Money Secrets Reveal Deeper Trust Issues
- Financial secrecy signals deeper trust fractures and often links to other avoidance behaviors like addiction.
- Treat financial lies as 'financial infidelity' that severs safety and requires clear remedies.
Set A Clear Roadmap And Boundaries
- Define nonnegotiables (e.g., joint budgeting, purchase approvals) and present them as a roadmap he can follow.
- Tell him the boundaries, let him decide to follow them, and be willing to leave if he won't.
