Thriving in Love and Money: 5 Game-Changing Insights about Your Relationship, Your Money, and Yourself

Over 90 percent of couples experience some level of tension around money. In fact, money issues are the number one stressor in relationships. So many books try to fix the surface problems, such as how to budget and what to prioritize when it comes to finances, but the issues go much deeper than just a simple spreadsheet.How do men and women view money differently? What do most couples fight about? How can they get on the same page? What questions should men/women ask their significant others before marriage? There are emotional and spiritual components to finances that most couples ignore. How can you agree on a budget if you disagree with each other on the basic purpose of money?Thriving in Love and Money is based on original research Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn have conducted to get to the heart of these issues. And just as they did with their bestselling booksFor Women Only andFor Men Only, they will use this research to provide the answers and insights you need to break the tension and provide the unity you're looking for. Let this book deepen your understanding of each other, leading to clear communication, peace as a couple, and better financial decision-making.Also available: video curriculum and discussion guide.From the Back CoverIt's not about the moneyIrritated when your spouse spends money on take-out--again? Feel the need to snag that package from the doorstep before your spouse sees it? Do you and your mate disagree on when to hire a professional and when to do it yourself, or on how much to spend on the kids on their birthdays? Are you tempted to avoid budget discussions, just to keep the peace?You're not alone: 92 percent of couples have tension, fight, or try to avoid talking about money.In a groundbreaking three-year study, relationship researchers Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn tackle this issue that affects almost every marriage every day. They discovered that money tension (and connection!) is not about the money. It's abouthow money makes us feel.This book is your chance to understand the startling assumptions, fears, and expectations underneath the surface. To help your spouse respect your way of handling money--and for you to do the same. This book has nothing to do with money management, but is filled with the "aha" moments you need to come together around money, regardless of your income, stage of life, or budgeting status.Shaunti and Jeff should know--before gathering these insights, they simply couldn't talk about money and even lived separate financial lives. What they uncovered in their research transformed their marriage--and is sure to transform yours."I highly recommend Thriving in Love and Money for all who want to replace conflict with harmony."--GARY CHAPMAN, PhD, author ofThe 5 Love LanguagesBoth with graduate degrees from Harvard,Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn are bestselling authors, popular speakers, and internationally renowned social researchers. Their books have sold three million copies in twenty-five languages. Shaunti has worked on Wall Street and Capitol Hill. Jeff is an attorney and entrepreneur. They live in Atlanta with their two teenagers. Follow Shaunti at www.shaunti.com.About the AuthorShaunti Feldhahn (www.shaunti.com) is a bestselling author, popular speaker, and nationally-renowned social researcher. Fifteen years ago she and her husband, Jeff, stumbled over some things they just didn't "get" about each other. They have used their analytical background to help other semi-confused couples decode each other ever since. Shaunti has a graduate degree from Harvard, and she and Jeff are the authors and co-authors of many groundbreaking books, such asFor Women Only andFor Men Only.As the primary researcher, Shaunti is always in the middle of her next research project. The Feldhahns have two children and live in Atlanta, Georgia.Jeff Feldhahn is a bestselling author, popular speakers,and nationally-renowned social researcher