In this episode, Dr. Shay Harris-Pierre interviews Tairsa Mathews and Ed Coambs about money in relationships. Tairsa shares her money story and how her parents' hard work and creative problem-solving shaped her attitude
towards money. She also discusses the challenges of navigating a varied income based on commissions with her husband. Ed provides insights into common dynamics that can arise in couples related to money and emphasizes the
importance of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and clear communication in these conversations. The episode highlights the intersection of money and attachment styles, and the impact of childhood experiences on financial
behaviors in adulthood.
 
Takeaways

Parents' money lessons and behaviors can shape our attitudes towards money.
Having different financial perspectives in a relationship is possible, but it requires open communication and collaboration.
Self-awareness, emotional regulation, and clear
communication are essential in money conversations with partners.
Attachment styles and childhood experiences can influence how we approach money in relationships.
Understanding the intersection of money and emotions is crucial for building healthy financial dynamics.


Resources
Learn more about Ed Coambs’ work here: www.healthyloveandmoney.com
Check out Ed’s podcast here: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/podcasts/healthy-love-and-money
 
Here are the citations for the articles I mentioned:
Ross, D. B., Coambs, E., & Johnson, E.
(2022). Trauma of the past: The impact of adverse childhood experiences on
adult attachment, money beliefs and behaviors, and financial transparency. Journal of Financial Therapy, 13(1), 4.
 
Pollmann, M. M. (2021). Let’s Talk about Money:
The Role of Attachment Styles in Couples’ Financial Communication, Financial
Management, and Financial Conflict. Journal of Financial Therapy, 12(2), 6.

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