<p>Money fights aren’t really about money. They’re about fear, values, stress, and feeling unseen—and money just happens to be the loudest messenger.</p><p>In this episode of <em>The Debt Rebel Podcast</em>, I break down the <strong>three real reasons couples fight about money</strong>, even in strong, healthy relationships. </p><p>If money conversations in your household feel tense, awkward, or something you avoid altogether, this episode will help you understand <em>why</em>—and what to do instead.</p><p>You’ll learn:</p><ul><li><p>The <strong>3 root causes of money arguments</strong> (and why they escalate so fast)</p></li><li><p>How different money stories and upbringings create conflict</p></li><li><p>Why not having a shared financial plan turns spending into personal attacks</p></li><li><p>How stress and shame fuel defensiveness and shutdown</p></li><li><p>Common money fight patterns like saver vs. spender, secrecy, and scorekeeping</p></li><li><p>Why avoiding money talks creates pressure—not peace</p></li></ul><p>Whether you’re married, single, or in a relationship, this episode will help you see money conflict as <strong>information, not failure</strong>—and show you how to start healthier, calmer conversations about finances.</p><p>Plus, I’m sharing my <a href="https://www.jewlzthebudgetnerd.com/datenight" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Date Night Money Questions</strong></a> (Use promo code POD) in the show notes to help you start talking about money without spreadsheets, guilt, or blowups in the cereal aisle.</p><p>🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward less tension, more clarity, and a financial plan that brings you together instead of pulling you apart.</p>