Marriage & Money Matters | Dr. Ashley LeBaron-Black | #46

In this episode of the Stronger Marriage Connection podcast, Dr. Ashley LeBaron-Black tackles the hard conversation “How do I manage money in marriage.” Join us to learn how conversations about money can connect you and your partner rather than pull you apart.Timestamps:0:00 – Introduction: Who is Ashley Lebaron-Black?1:48 – Is the issue really about money?5:12 – Managing money habits: Family background7:34 – Working together to manage money8:45 – Family financial socialization10:25 – Overcoming discomfort in talking about money12:00 – Money management matters: Debt, materialism, financial deception, etc.15: 35 – Joint bank accounts18:08 – Financial therapy for marriage19:30 – What makes a stronger marriage connection to Ashley20:10 – Ashley’s tools and tips24:50 – How do I bring up money while dating?36:40 – TakeawaysAbout Dr. Ashley LeBaron-Black:Dr. Ashley LeBaron-Black is an Assistant Professor of Family Life at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. She received her PhD in Family Studies and Human Development from the University of Arizona. Her research focus is family finance, including finances in couple relationships and financial socialization. Ashley has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and is an Associate Editor for the Journal of Family and Economic Issues. She is Chair of the Family Financial Wellbeing focus group for the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR).Insights:Ashley: Don’t let your money control you and your marriage; you can control itDave: There is no right way to manage money in your marriage, but it is so important tounderstand where your ideas of money management are coming from. Take some time to understand and communicate that with your partner.Liz: Talk about money with your partner, be honest.Invites:   •    Sit down with your partner this week and develop a monthly budget together.   •    Talk to your spouse about how you want to manage your money together goingforward. Should we do a monthly meeting, get a joint bank account, etc.?   •    Read a blog post from Ashley’s website to understand a part of money management you and your partner may not understand.Ashley Lebaron-Black's Links:https://lebaron-black.byu.edu/ Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways:Strongermarriage.orgpodcast.strongermarriage.orgFacebook: StrongerMarriage.orgInstagram: @strongermarriagelifeTikTok: @strongermarriagelifeDr. Dave Schramm:https://drdaveschramm.comhttps://drdavespeaks.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSUFacebook Marriage Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Facebook Parenting Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542067440314642Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdaveschramm/ Dr. Liz Hale:http://www.drlizhale.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/