Whether you and your spouse both work outside of the home, or one of you stays home with the children, its easy for one person to feel out of the financial picture. Its important in a marriage to feel equal to your partner, on all levels of the playing field. Even if you dont feel stuck, its important for couples to communicate openly about their financial situation, and try to better it together.
Most marriages have their financial ups and downs. It can truly be a test to your relationship with your partner in dealing with the downs in particular. Here are some tips to help you deal with these situations in the quickest and calmest way possible.
1.) Pick the Right Time. Find a non stress time to sit down and have a discussion with your partner. Me and my husband love to go on evenings out, because it gives us a chance to discuss important issues in a non stress environment. If you must stay home, make sure the kids are not present during the conversation.
2.) Come Prepared. Write down the matters you have been thinking about beforehand so that you can stay on track during your discussion.
3.) Dont Get Emotional. Avoid personal attacks towards your...