In this solo episode, Ed unpacks the Five W’s—Who, What, Why, Where, and When—as a framework for building deeper financial intimacy. Money isn’t just about numbers; it’s about the stories, fears, hopes, and histories that shape how couples connect. From uncovering the “who” that shows up at the table, to redefining the “what” of financial intimacy, and exploring the “why” behind money conflicts, this conversation helps you turn financial stress into a pathway for trust and closeness. Whether you’re navigating careers, kids, or retirement planning, Ed offers practical reflections and heartfelt insights to bring more honesty, compassion, and teamwork into your financial life together.

Key Takeaways:

• What does financial intimacy mean beyond budgets and numbers, and how can couples practice it with honesty and vulnerability?

• Who shows up in your financial conversations—the present you, or the past experiences that still shape your money story?

• Why does exploring the deeper meaning behind money conflicts transform financial stress into trust, compassion, and connection?

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Understanding financial intimacy

(03:00) - Why money conflicts run deeper

(04:00) - A story about mortgage vs. investing

(05:00) - Where financial intimacy happens

(06:00) - Couples and financial intimacy

(07:00) - Pulling the Five W’s together

Key Topics Discussed:

Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Financial Intimacy, Healthy Money Conversations, Couples And Money, Building Trust With Finances, Relationship And Financial Wellness

More of Healthy Love & Money:

Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/

Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/

Contact me at ed@healthyloveandmoney.com

Healthy Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed is joined by the deeply insightful Diana Gisel Yañez—money coach, investment manager, and advocate for financial healing through a lens of social justice and sensitivity. Diana shares her unique journey from Wall Street disillusionment to empowering highly sensitive people (HSPs) to reclaim their financial narratives. Together, Ed and Diana explore the intersection of money, emotion, and meaning—unpacking how cultural background, nervous system regulation, and deep values shape our relationship with wealth. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by finances or questioned your place in traditional financial spaces, this episode will help you feel seen, soothed, and inspired to rethink your financial path with greater compassion and clarity. From navigating cash flow with intention to investing with purpose, Diana reminds us that money is more than math—it’s a mirror of our inner and communal lives.

Key Takeaways:

• What does it mean to be a highly sensitive person, and how does that shape one's relationship with money?

• How can individuals align their financial decisions—like budgeting and investing—with their values and social justice commitments?

• Why is understanding personal and cultural money stories essential for meaningful financial growth and healing?

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Cultural diversity, social justice, and money

(06:00) - Where highly sensitive people feel most at home

(10:00) - Class, status, and emotional dissonance in money

(13:00) - Giving back, family dynamics, and survivor’s guilt

(17:00) - Discovering and defining highly sensitive people (HSP)

(21:00) - Personal reflections on sensitivity and identity

(28:00) - Healing through regulation & body awareness

(31:00) - Investment management with a regenerative, justice-aligned lens

(36:00) - The broader money picture: cash flow and lifestyle alignment

(40:00) - Emotional and psychological components of money

Key Topics Discussed:

Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Highly Sensitive Person and Money, Socially Responsible Investing, Financial Coaching for Empaths, Money Mindset and Emotional Wellness, Values-Based Financial Planning

Mentions:

Website: https://highlysensitivemoney.podbean.com/

LinkedIn: https://mx.linkedin.com/in/dianagyanez

More of Healthy Love & Money:

Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/

Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/

Contact me at ed@healthyloveandmoney.com

Healthy Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.

Ed welcomes author, coach, and financial thought leader Leisa Peterson for a powerful conversation on money, relationships, and abundance. Leisa shares the journey behind her new book The Money Catalyst, a parable that blends storytelling with timeless lessons about love, wealth, and self-discovery. Together, they explore how our upbringing shapes money beliefs, the tensions couples face around finances, and the transformative power of shifting from scarcity to abundance. Whether you’re navigating money with a partner or seeking a deeper relationship with wealth, this episode will challenge old narratives and inspire new possibilities.

Key Takeaways:

• How do our childhood experiences shape the way we approach money in relationships?

• What does it take to shift from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance?

• How can storytelling and reflection help heal financial wounds and create deeper connections with our partners?

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Money beliefs and tension

(09:00) - Childhood money stories

(18:00) - Using books as resources

(21:00) - Practical money strategies

(23:00) - Early money books

(26:00) - Detaching self-worth from net worth

(30:00) - Navigating daily financial choices

(34:00) - Healing family money wounds

Key Topics Discussed:

Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Money Mindset, Financial Intimacy, Scarcity vs Abundance, Leisa Peterson Interview, Healthy Relationship with Money

Mentions:

Website: https://www.wealthclinic.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisapeterson1

Mentions: The Mindful Millionaire

More of Healthy Love & Money:

Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/

Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/

Contact me at ed@healthyloveandmoney.com

Healthy Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.