Building a Shared Life Vision with Prudence Zhu
Financial PlanningIn Episode 74 of the Real Life Planning Podcast, Cynthia Meyer, CFA®, CFP®, ChFC®, talks with Prudence Zhu, CPA, CFP®, RLP®, about the emotional and cultural layers of building financial harmony in a partnership. Prudence shares insights from her personal journey as a first-generation immigrant and from her new book A Couple’s Guide to Money, offering practical ways couples can create shared financial goals while honoring their individual values.
"Compassionate financial planning is about using your resources to create a life you actually enjoy living." — Prudence Zhu
This week on Real Life Planning Podcast:
| 💡 | How do immigrant and cross-cultural couples navigate different money styles? [00:02:10] |
| 💡 | What small steps help couples align their goals emotionally and financially? [00:07:00] |
| 💡 | Why is “values-driven financial planning” key for long-term success? [00:14:00] |
| 💡 | What are practical strategies for managing different saving and spending mindsets in a relationship? [00:22:00] |
| 💡 | How does financial therapy unlock better money behaviors? [00:27:00] |
Takeaway Quotes:
“Suffering is a constant—but it is in our power to turn that into an opportunity for growth." — Prudence Zhu
"Your financial plan is your life expressed in numbers." — Cynthia Meyer
"Money doesn't solve relationship problems, but understanding each other financially can strengthen your connection." — Prudence Zhu
Connect with Prudence Zhu:
- Website: www.ensofin.com
- Her new book: A Couple’s Guide to Money
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