2918: You Should Talk About Money by Robyn Goldfarb of A Dime Saved on Money & Relationships

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Episode 2918:

Talking about money has long been considered taboo, but Robyn Goldfarb challenges this notion by sharing her experience of how liberating it can be to discuss financial struggles openly. By removing the stigma surrounding money, we can foster support and understanding among friends. Goldfarb emphasizes that self-worth shouldn’t be tied to financial status, and encourages creating an atmosphere of openness without judgment when addressing money with others.

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Quotes to ponder:

"I was so used to conflating my money or lack thereof with my own self-worth as if it was my fault that I was unemployed."

"It was considered 'socially-off' actually to ADMIT something like that. The words 'I can’t afford it' were one of the most embarrassing things to say."

"Once we realized that we were in the same boat, we were able to support each other."

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