Ramit asserts that the way to include partners in financial planning is to acknowledge their concerns rather than dismissing them.

“That’s the way that we get people involved with money is we hear their whispers and we treat them like screams.”

Olivia expresses that she feels isolated and frustrated when attempting to communicate with her partner about their shared finances.

“I feel alone when it comes to money.”

Alex claims that he and his partner need to move from his role as a taskmaster to a collaborative team.

“I guess like leading in a way that makes us both on the same team instead of me putting myself in this role where I feel like I have to be like a taskmaster or in charge or something.”