Tag: Finances
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Rent’s Too Damn High! Where Do I Turn for Help with Housing?
On ‘Life Quakes,’ hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes hear from a viewer who shares the stressful experience of being priced out of his long-term home and the impact it’s having on his family’s well-being. Guest Dr. Cortina Peters offer practical solutions and support. Financial Planning is Key Take a close look at your budget…
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Hidden Debt Betrays Trust: Can My Relationship Be Saved?
On ‘Life Quakes’, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Joann ‘JoJo’ Venant gives advice to a viewer’s situation where her partner concealed a $50,000 debt as they prepare to be married. Pause Before Reacting While discovering hidden debt is a breach of trust, it’s important to approach the situation with empathy and seek…
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The Smartest Way to Spend Your Money: A Lesson from Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin once advised, “For the best return on your money, pour your purse into your head.” This profound statement urges us to reconsider our idea of valuable investment. Invest in Yourself Franklin emphasizes the lasting returns of self-improvement. Prioritizing education, knowledge, and personal growth yields benefits that far exceed material possessions. Enhance Your Earning…
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Families Fight for Fair Funding: New Jersey’s Disabled Children Need Better Care Options
Families of disabled children in New Jersey are facing a crisis due to limited care options. On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss about the strain this puts on families, and why funding changes are vital. Strained Families Need Support Caring for a child with severe…
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The High Cost of Childcare: Why Mothers Are Leaving the Workforce
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines,” hosts Jessica Reyes and Patricia Wu discuss the rising cost of childcare and its impact on working mothers. The Cost Barrier Childcare expenses differ across the country and the financial burden they place on families. Mother’s Dilemma The difficult choices mothers face when childcare becomes unaffordable, as well as the…
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My Money Stress Just Got Worse – I’m Suddenly Rich
A viewer inherited a surprise fortune, but he’s finding the stress of managing a big estate overwhelming. He went from living paycheck-to-paycheck to dealing with properties, stocks, and more money than he ever imagined. On ‘Life Quakes,’ host Patricia Wu and guest president of Point.Shift, Lauren Jeffery, offers advice on handling a financial windfall responsibly. Get…
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The Physical Toll of Money Stress
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, host Patricia Wu and guest president of Point.Shift, Lauren Jeffery, discuss the link between money worries and problems like heart disease, depression, and more. Stress is Stress Whether you’re wealthy or struggling to make ends meet, money worries trigger the same harmful stress responses in your body. Money and Bad…
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How Do I Get My Money Back from a Friend Without Ruining the Friendship?
In “Life Quakes,” a viewer is struggling with a close friend who keeps borrowing money but doesn’t pay it back. She needs her money, but fears having that difficult conversation could hurt their friendship. Hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Yehudah Alcabes from Olive Branch Counseling offers guidance on setting boundaries and navigating…
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Why Do We Feel Good About Our Finances When the Economy is Bad?
On “Psychology Behind the Headlines,” hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest financial expert and psychotherapist Lauren Jeffery discuss why there’s such a disconnect between how Americans perceive their own financial well-being versus their negative view of the overall economy. Perception vs. Reality We might feel financially secure because we’re paying our bills, but it’s…
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Avoid Money Fights: How to Talk Finances with Your Family
Talking about finances can be tough. But having open conversations with family members about money is essential for both present and future well-being. On “Mental Breakthroughs,” host Patricia Wu and guest psychotherapist and financial advisor Lauren Jeffrey discuss common myths about inheritance, discusses challenges couples face, and shares tips for raising kids with strong money…