In today’s episode of the Healthy Love and Money Podcast, Ed is joined by the incredible Brooklyn Brock — a trailblazing financial planner who specializes in helping dual-career couples navigate the complex intersection of love, work, and money. Brooklyn opens up about her own journey as part of a dual-career couple and shares deeply personal insights into the challenges and breakthroughs that come with balancing two ambitious careers under one roof. Together, Ed and Brooklyn dive into the emotional realities behind financial planning, the art of crafting a "couple's contract," and how self-discovery is a hidden — but critical — ingredient in building thriving relationships and financial futures. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a working professional, or simply striving for a healthier relationship with your partner and money, this episode will leave you feeling seen, empowered, and inspired.

Key Takeaways:

• How can dual-career couples create a "couple’s contract" to align their values, boundaries, and fears in both life and career decisions?

• Why is self-discovery essential for individuals and couples when navigating major career and financial transitions?

• How do entrepreneurs balance the emotional realities of business ownership with maintaining a healthy relationship and financial plan?

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Statistics on dual-career couples and early career challenges

(05:00) - Creating a “couple’s contract” for career and life decisions

(08:00) - The role of self-discovery in financial and relationship planning

(10:00) - Balancing entrepreneurship and personal life as a couple

(14:00) - Navigating individuation and renegotiating relationship roles

(17:00) - Double primary vs. double secondary career models

(20:00) - Importance of revisiting career and life expectations

(24:00) - Emotional impact of entrepreneurship on relationships

Key Topics Discussed:

Healthy Love and Money, Ed Coambs, Charlotte North Carolina, Financial Therapy, Couples Financial Planning, Financial Intimacy, Money and Relationships, Financial Communication for Couples, Attachment Styles and Money, Financial Conflict Resolution, Therapy-Informed Financial Planning, Financial Trauma Healing, Financial Wellness for Couples, Dual-career couples, Financial planning for entrepreneurs, Couples career balance, Self-discovery in relationships, Navigating career transitions together

Mentions:

Website: https://www.ellevateadvisors.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooklynbrock

Mentions:  ”Couples That Work" by Jennifer Petriglieri

More of Healthy Love & Money:

Redefine your relationship with money and each other: https://www.healthyloveandmoney.com/

Ed’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthyloveandmoney/

Contact me at ed@healthyloveandmoney.com

Healthy Love & Money is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.