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Episode 230: How to Communicate About Money with Counselor Sara Silvennoinen

July 30, 2024 • Melissa Joy, CFP® • Season 4 • Episode 230

In this conversation, Melissa Joy and Sarah Silvennoinen of My Motivation Counseling, discuss the importance of effective communication, especially when it comes to talking about money. They highlight the need to understand different perspectives and backgrounds in order to avoid miscommunication. They emphasize the importance of identifying and communicating personal wants and needs, even if they may not be rational. They also discuss the role of financial planners in integrating fun and quality of life into financial planning. The conversation concludes with strategies for improving communication and advocating for oneself.

Listen and Learn:

Strategies to navigate financial differences and how to set rules for spending to help with decision making
How to advocate for oneself and why honoring personal values and emotions is essential
Why effective communication is crucial when discussing money and financial planning

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