Healthy Love and Money

By: Ed Coambs - Therapy-Informed Financial Planning™
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  • Summary

  • Why did you spend so much money on… Couples have fights, disagreements, and misunderstandings about money all the time. This is normal, but is it healthy for your relationship? The solutions to money differences are not always as apparent as smart couples would think. Listen to incredible interviews with financial therapists, couples therapists, and financial planning experts to learn, heal, and grow your way through your most resentment-building financial differences. There is no need to experience financial misery with your happily ever after when you can foster financial intimacy. If you are smart, ambitious, love your partner, and don’t want money to be a barrier to connection, meaning, and purpose in your life, then pop in your ear buds or crank up your speakers in your family mobile and let’s get you moving towards healthy love and money. This podcast is for you if If you are a female breadwinner or married to one If you are a successful professional but still feel miserable about money If you can’t stop thinking about money, and check your bank account three times a day If you spend money and then worry what your partner will think If you got a large sum of money and it has caused more problems than good If you are planning to get married no matter which time it is If one or both of your parents was a mess with money If your siblings can’t stop asking for financial help If you have adult children you want out of your wallet If your a first generation professional and you feel out of place with your income If you want your partner to participate in the finances with you If you feel guilt, shame, anxiety, or fear about money If you don’t see your money topic, let us know and we will be sure to cover it. [Occasional Explicit Content]
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  • Understanding the Emotional Cost of Wealth and Its Impact on Happiness with Derek Hagan

    Understanding the Emotional Cost of Wealth and Its Impact on Happiness with Derek Hagan
    Feb 22 2025

    In this episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, I’m honored to welcome back Derek Hagan, financial psychology expert and founder of Meaningful Money. We explore the deep emotional ties we have to money, the way wealth impacts identity, and the myths we carry about financial success. Derek shares his insights on why many people believe money will solve their problems, how financial decisions are influenced by subconscious beliefs, and why changing our money mindset is often harder than we expect.

    Quotes:

    “The best my life will ever be has already happened.” – Derek Hagan on a client’s struggle with financial loss and identity.
    “We are always signaling something with money, whether we realize it or not.” – Derek Hagan

    Key Moments:

    ⏳ [1:00] Derek’s realization about brain surgery and how it relates to financial psychology

    ⏳ [3:45] The myth of the “quick fix” in money therapy and why real change takes time

    ⏳ [7:30] The power of storytelling and the beliefs we carry about wealth

    ⏳ [12:00] A real-life client case study on spending, identity, and financial grief

    ⏳ [18:40] How our financial behaviors are often shaped by childhood experiences

    ⏳ [25:15] Why wealth doesn’t guarantee happiness and the emotional impact of sudden wealth

    ⏳ [32:10] The hidden ways we “signal” financial success and why it matters

    ⏳ [40:20] How financial stress distorts our perception of other people’s money situations

    ⏳ [47:05] Finding a healthy balance between external validation and intrinsic self-worth

    Resources & Links:

    🔗 Connect with Derek Hagan:

    • Website: Meaning.blog
    • LinkedIn: Derek Hagan
    • Twitter: @MoneyHealthGuy

    📖 Recommended Books & Resources:

    • The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
    • Hardwiring Happiness by Rick Hanson
    • Strangers in Paradise by James Grubman

    💡 Connect with Ed Coambs:

    • Website: Healthy Love and Money
    • Instagram: @HealthyLoveAndMoney
    • LinkedIn: Ed Coambs

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    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us continue bringing thoughtful conversations on financial and relational well-being. Share this episode with a friend, family member, or partner to spark meaningful money conversations.

    Podcast Disclaimer

    This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects my experiences as a financial therapist and Certified Financial Planner™. It is not a substitute for professional financial, legal, or mental health advice. Every person’s situation is unique, and I encourage seeking personalized...
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  • The Hidden Forces That Shape Your Money Mindset with Derek Hagan

    The Hidden Forces That Shape Your Money Mindset with Derek Hagan
    Feb 15 2025

    In this episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome Derek Hagan, financial psychology expert and founder of Money Health Solutions. We dive into the hidden forces shaping our money mindset, how childhood experiences influence financial behaviors, and the powerful role of curiosity in personal and financial growth. Derek shares his journey from growing up in a low-income household to becoming an expert in financial decision-making and meaning-making.

    Quotes:

    “Money is more than numbers. It’s about what it means to us and how we interact with it.” – Derek Hagan

    Key Moments:

    • [1:15] Derek’s early curiosity about life, meaning, and money
    • [5:45] Growing up with a scarcity mindset and how it shaped his financial outlook
    • [12:30] The invisible career paths in finance that many never learn about
    • [18:20] How financial planning decisions are often made under uncertainty
    • [25:10] Derek’s journey into the CFA® and CFP® world
    • [30:40] The realization that technical finance knowledge isn’t enough
    • [36:15] The turning point—discovering financial psychology and deep listening
    • [42:30] How curiosity leads to stronger relationships and better money decisions
    • [50:10] Practical tips for couples to improve financial communication

    Resources & Links:

    • Connect with Derek Hagan:
    • Website: Money Health Solutions
    • LinkedIn: Derek Hagan
    • Twitter: @MoneyHealthGuy
    • Recommended Books & Resources:
    • Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
    • Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin & Joe Dominguez
    • The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

    Connect with Ed Coambs:

    • Website: Healthy Love and Money
    • Instagram: @HealthyLoveAndMoney
    • LinkedIn: Ed Coambs

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    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review. Share this episode with your friends, family, or partner to help us reach more people on their journey to financial and relational well-being. Let’s grow together!

    Healthy Love & Money Podcast Disclaimer

    This podcast is designed for educational and informational purposes only. The content shared here reflects my personal and professional experiences as a financial therapist and Certified Financial Planner™. It is not a substitute for professional financial, legal, or mental health advice specific to your situation.

    While I aim to provide helpful insights, each individual and relationship is unique, and the topics discussed may not fully apply to your personal circumstances. I encourage you to seek personalized guidance from a qualified financial, legal, or mental health professional.

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    41 mins
  • Turning Simple Actions into Lasting Fulfillment with Jordan Grumet

    Turning Simple Actions into Lasting Fulfillment with Jordan Grumet
    Feb 8 2025

    In this episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, I welcome Dr. Jordan Grumet, hospice physician, financial expert, and author of The Purpose Code. We dive into the fundamental difference between meaning and purpose, how childhood narratives shape our life choices, and why many people struggle to feel “enough.” Jordan shares powerful insights on why purpose isn’t something you find—it’s something you build—and how small daily actions can create a fulfilling, purpose-driven life.

    Quotes:

    “Purpose is about action. It’s not something you find, it’s something you create.” – Jordan Grumet“You don’t become a runner by buying shoes. You become a runner by running.” – Jordan Grumet

    Key Moments:

    ⏳ [1:00] Jordan’s journey from doctor to purpose-driven work

    ⏳ [3:40] How childhood experiences shape our understanding of meaning

    ⏳ [7:10] The difference between meaning (past stories) and purpose (present action)

    ⏳ [12:00] The trap of living out someone else’s version of success

    ⏳ [17:00] Why big, goal-based purpose often leads to anxiety

    ⏳ [22:30] How to shift from external validation to intrinsic fulfillment

    ⏳ [29:00] The power of “little P” purpose and daily joy

    ⏳ [35:10] Four techniques to discover your personal purpose anchors

    ⏳ [40:00] Why purpose should be built around actions, not just people

    Resources & Links:

    🔗 Connect with Jordan Grumet:

    • Website: JordanGrumet.com
    • Podcast: Earn & Invest
    • Books: Taking Stock and The Purpose Code
    • Substack: The Purpose Code

    📖 Recommended Books & Resources:

    • The Purpose Code by Jordan Grumet
    • Taking Stock by Jordan Grumet
    • The Power of Meaning by Emily Esfahani Smith
    • Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

    💡 Connect with Ed Coambs:

    • Website: Healthy Love and Money
    • Instagram: @HealthyLoveAndMoney
    • LinkedIn: Ed Coambs

    Subscribe & Share

    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Your support helps us bring meaningful conversations to help people build financial and relational well-being. Share this episode with a friend or loved one who is searching for clarity and purpose in their life.

    Podcast Disclaimer

    This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects my experiences as a financial therapist and Certified Financial Planner™. It is not a substitute for professional financial, legal, or mental health advice. Every individual’s situation is unique, and I encourage seeking personalized guidance from a qualified professional.

    Thank you for listening—remember, healthy...
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