In this episode, I speak with Brian Page, a nationally recognized financial education leader and founder of Modern Husbands, to explore what happens when a love for simplicity meets a partner’s preference for abundance. Together, we unpack how differing money mindsets and childhood experiences shape financial values, and how empathy, communication, and understanding each other’s “why” can bridge the gap between frugality and minimalism. Brian shares practical insights on how couples can navigate these differences with respect and curiosity. Whether you’re a devoted minimalist or simply striving for financial harmony in your relationship, this episode offers real-world advice and actionable strategies to help you find balance and peace around both money and stuff.
Brian Page is a nationally recognized financial education leader and founder of Modern Husbands. He is the only professional in the U.S. certified as both a Fair Play Facilitator® and an Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®). With experience serving on President Obama’s Advisory Council on Financial Capability, as a senior leader with Next Gen Personal Finance, and as a National Educator Award recipient, Brian combines professional expertise with lived experience to help couples manage money and household responsibilities as a team.
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