Course 2110 lessons

Money and relationships: couples and family finance

How couples and families navigate money together in a culture built around close family ties: talking about money without fighting, merging or keeping finances separate, supporting parents, and building shared goals without losing yourself.

Why money talk feels taboo, and why it matters anyway

In a lot of Filipino households, money is one of the last real taboos left. People will discuss relationship problems, health scares, even family drama more openly than they'll discuss how much they earn, how much they owe, or how much they send home every month. Asking directly can feel rude, and answering honestly can feel like exposing yourself.