""Money is more than just dollars and cents - it's highly emotional, with our life experiences shaping how we feel about money," adds Dr. Traci Williams, a certified financial therapist. "In fact, a recent survey conducted by Chime found that 39% of men say they feel pressure to appear more financially stable than they actually are. That pressure can make people defensive or avoidant. Normalizing money talks early helps take the stigma out and shows that it's about partnership, not judgment.""
"Jason Tartick: I'm a traditionalist in that fact. Yes, personally I would. But I will say there's no cookie-cutter answer. The best way to approach it if you're unsure, uncertain or not willing, is to have the conversation before. It's such a taboo thing to talk or ask about, but in dating in general, it should be built on connection and not consumption. And so"
Many couples avoid discussing finances, leaving decisions about splitting expenses, merging accounts, and prenups unaddressed. About 50 percent of married and cohabiting relationships do not talk about money. Financial feelings often stem from life experiences, making money conversations emotional. A Chime survey found 39% of men feel pressure to appear more financially stable than they are, which can lead to defensiveness or avoidance. Normalizing money conversations early reduces stigma and frames finances as partnership concerns rather than judgment. Dating conversations about money should prioritize connection over consumption, and there is no single correct approach to payment or shared finances.
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