Money conversations every couple should have with Suzanne Alexander

Have you ever found yourself in a money disagreement with your partner and wondered, “How did we even get here?”

In this episode of Money & a Good Life, Ryan and Steph sit down with returning guest Suzanne Alexander—Certified Financial Coach and founder of Mindful Finances—to unpack the real reasons couples clash over money. Spoiler: it’s not just about the numbers.

Suzanne explains how our earliest experiences shape our “money stories,” and how those stories can quietly influence our relationships. From emotional triggers to avoidance patterns, she shares why financial conversations can feel so loaded—and how to make them less so.

Suzanne dives deep into the emotional side of money, sharing practical advice on:

• Why money conversations trigger such strong emotional responses
• How to start difficult financial conversations without defensiveness
• The key questions every couple should be asking each other
• What to do when you uncover unhealthy money behaviours
• How to handle financial imbalances in relationships
• Common patterns behind couples' money conflicts
• How understanding your money stories can transform your relationship

Whether you're in a new relationship or decades in, this episode will help you build a stronger, more connected financial future together.

Related topics

• Relationship finances
• Money communication
• Financial planning for couples
• Money psychology
• Financial conflict resolution
• Couples therapy
• Money mindset
• Joint financial goals

Here's to your Good Life. And thanks for listening.

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Our guest:

Suzanne Alexander, Certified Financial Coach, Money Mentor, and Financial Literacy Advocate, Founder of Mindful Finances

Suzanne’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-alexander-42a6788/

Suzanne’s website: https://mindfulfinances.com.au/

Our hosts:

Ryan Watson, CEO, Tribeca Financial

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Stephanie Coombes, podcast expert and media strategist

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