Episode 51: AITA for not helping my mom financially

Keywords
financial advice, family dynamics, financial responsibility, cultural expectations, self-care, generosity, financial coach, budgeting, money management, financial independence

Summary
In this episode, Chrissy and Jess engage with financial coach Alfredo Matos to discuss a Reddit post about a woman's dilemma regarding financial support for her mother. The conversation explores themes of family financial dynamics, cultural expectations, and the balance between generosity and self-care. The hosts emphasize the importance of setting boundaries and expectations in financial relationships, while also advocating for personal financial health and independence.

Takeaways

• This is just a conversation between friends.
• It's important to set boundaries and expectations in financial relationships.
• Cultural expectations can heavily influence family financial dynamics.
• Generosity should not come at the expense of personal financial health.
• Communication is key when discussing financial support with family.
• Feeling guilty for prioritizing oneself is common but should be addressed.
• Financial independence is crucial for personal well-being.
• It's okay to say no to financial requests from family members.
• Helping others should be balanced with self-care and personal goals.
• Family relationships should not be conditional on financial support.

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