Finding Financial Freedom In Relationships | Breaking Financial Chains Ep.18.

In this episode of Breaking Financial Chains, Tanya Ibberson explores the often taboo topic of maintaining financial independence within marriage. She challenges traditional notions that sharing finances means surrendering autonomy and offers practical ways to maintain both commitment and control.
We explore:
• How to combine shared financial goals with personal autonomy
• Breaking generational patterns around money and marriage
• Creating transparency while maintaining healthy boundaries
• The difference between planning for independence vs planning to leave
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:40 - Finding financial independence in marriage
03:03 - Why money in marriage remains a taboo topic
07:40 - What financial dependence looks like
11:20 - The importance of having your own financial identity
13:59 - Practical approaches to financial independence
18:20 - Final thoughts on commitment and control
✨ Key Takeaways
• You can be committed AND independent - they're not mutually exclusive
• Having financial autonomy is about self-respect, not selfishness
• Clear communication about money strengthens relationships
• Every woman deserves the dignity of financial choice
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