
E24: The One About Finances In Relationship
06/10/24 • 40 min
Often, there are polarizing viewpoints about finances in relationships that can be a huge point of contention between partners. Today on the Aligned Love Podcast, Lauren’s best friend Lilly joins us to discuss the nuances of finances in a relationship, the dangers of the internet pitting men and women against each other, and why every partnership is different! In response to Chris Perry’s Instagram video stating that men should provide for their partners, Lauren posted a poll asking her audiences’ opinions and received mixed responses. Tuning in, you’ll hear people’s opinions on this topic, what we think about masculine and feminine roles, why there is ultimately no right or wrong answer, and so much more! We also delve into why communication is what makes a partnership strong, why a relationship should never be 50/50, why you should get curious about what triggers you, and much more.
Key Points From This Episode:
- Today’s topic: what it means to be in a relationship from a financial standpoint.
- The danger of having polarizing views in a relationship (and in life).
- Traditional perspectives in response to the video about financial roles in relationships.
- Why there is no right or wrong in this discussion and why it’s specific to each couple.
- How the internet is separating men and women more than ever before.
- How masculinity extends beyond purely financial support and security.
- Why a relationship is like a business and the importance of communication.
- Becoming curious about strong triggers and responses to beliefs.
Quotes:
“Nothing works for all of us. I don’t think there’s one recipe for a fantastic relationship that we all fall into and it’s completely perfect.” — @lillyrachels [0:13:10]
“Whatever your polarizing beliefs are, put them aside and decide what you are actually committed to when it comes to building a relationship with someone.” — @LaurenZoeller [0:28:09]
“Maybe people in your life do their relationship one way and it works for them but it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s going to work for you.” — @lillyrachels [0:32:41]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Often, there are polarizing viewpoints about finances in relationships that can be a huge point of contention between partners. Today on the Aligned Love Podcast, Lauren’s best friend Lilly joins us to discuss the nuances of finances in a relationship, the dangers of the internet pitting men and women against each other, and why every partnership is different! In response to Chris Perry’s Instagram video stating that men should provide for their partners, Lauren posted a poll asking her audiences’ opinions and received mixed responses. Tuning in, you’ll hear people’s opinions on this topic, what we think about masculine and feminine roles, why there is ultimately no right or wrong answer, and so much more! We also delve into why communication is what makes a partnership strong, why a relationship should never be 50/50, why you should get curious about what triggers you, and much more.
Key Points From This Episode:
- Today’s topic: what it means to be in a relationship from a financial standpoint.
- The danger of having polarizing views in a relationship (and in life).
- Traditional perspectives in response to the video about financial roles in relationships.
- Why there is no right or wrong in this discussion and why it’s specific to each couple.
- How the internet is separating men and women more than ever before.
- How masculinity extends beyond purely financial support and security.
- Why a relationship is like a business and the importance of communication.
- Becoming curious about strong triggers and responses to beliefs.
Quotes:
“Nothing works for all of us. I don’t think there’s one recipe for a fantastic relationship that we all fall into and it’s completely perfect.” — @lillyrachels [0:13:10]
“Whatever your polarizing beliefs are, put them aside and decide what you are actually committed to when it comes to building a relationship with someone.” — @LaurenZoeller [0:28:09]
“Maybe people in your life do their relationship one way and it works for them but it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s going to work for you.” — @lillyrachels [0:32:41]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
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E23: Annalie Howling - Unapologetically Living To Your Fullest Potential With Integrity
One way to tell if someone maintains their integrity is by observing their consistent actions, and today’s guest thrives when her clients step into their fullest potential with solid integrity. Joining Lauren on the Aligned Love podcast today is Annalie Howling, a highly qualified performance coach with over 20 years of experience working with leaders in business, elite athletes, and members of the armed forces. Her specialty lies in transitional support, and through her unique approach, Annalie ensures that her clients overcome self-imposed limitations, achieve their goals, move forward with confidence, and thrive in a fulfilling life. Tune into this powerful episode as we explore her journey, her relationship with integrity, the process of eradicating shame, and how you can truly step into your most authentic voice.
Key Points From This Episode:
- The story behind Annalie’s beautiful platform.
- Annalie unpacks her relationship with integrity and how it has shifted and morphed through different phases of her life.
- Her favorite way to determine whether someone is intact with their integrity.
- How she helps people reclaim integrity, or step into it for the first time.
- The only way to kill shame.
- How you can begin to notice shame as a ruling factor in your life.
- We talk about the moment before massive shifts or decisions (and the high-level anxiety).
Quotes:
“My favorite description and way of telling if someone is intact with their integrity is what they consistently do. That is someone’s integrity.” — Annalie Howling [0:10:10]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
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E25: Rachele Brooke Smith - Empowering You To Be The Hero Of Your Own Story
In this inspiring episode of The Aligned Love Podcast, we are joined by the multi-talented actress and motivational speaker, Rachele Brooke Smith. Rachele shares her transformative journey from a fearful and anxious gymnast to a leading actress and a passionate advocate for personal empowerment. This episode is packed with insights on how to become the hero of your own story, the power of visualization, and the importance of embracing bravery in the face of life's challenges.
Key Points From This Episode:
- Rachele emphasizes the importance of setting intentions and encourages listeners to approach the episode with curiosity and an open mind.
- Rachele's personal journey from being a scared, insecure child to a confident actress.
- The impact of identifying and breaking free from self-imposed limitations and old identities.
- How watching a dance film at the age of 14 inspired Rachele to visualize her future success.
- The role of vision boards and daily affirmations in manifesting dreams.
- The concept of "acting as if" to shift one's reality and step into new, empowered versions of oneself.
- Integrating play and creativity into personal development to balance masculine and feminine energies.
- Insights on how to navigate periods of self-doubt and the importance of resilience.
Quotes:
"We are the creators of our life experience and we can literally create whatever we want to. It really all comes down to if we believe that we're worthy of it." - Rachele Brooke Smith
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Rachele Brooke Smith
Rachele Brooke Smith on Instagram
Relationship Renegades
Relationship Renegades on Instagram
Lauren Zoeller
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