About this episode
In this candid and empowering episode, Charles sits down with Jade Warshaw, co-host of The Ramsey Show and personal finance expert, to explore how mindset, communication, and values shape our financial lives and relationships. Jade unpacks why money problems are rarely about math and almost always about behavior, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves. From navigating debt and budgeting to aligning financial decisions with life goals, Jade shares how intentional habits and honest conversations can transform both personal finances and partnerships. She reveals how emotional awareness, discipline, and clarity create financial stability, and why true freedom comes from control, not consumption. Together, they dive into the psychology of money, how fear, shame, and comparison influence decisions, and why alignment between values and actions matters more than income level. The conversation reframes personal finance as a tool for building confidence, trust, and long term peace of mind, not just wealth. This isn't just a conversation about budgets or debt. It's a blueprint for building a healthy relationship with money one rooted in clarity, discipline, and purpose that supports the life you actually want to live. KEY TAKEAWAYS: -Why money problems are rarely about numbers and almost always about behavior and mindset -How Jade Warshaw helps people align financial decisions with personal values -The role of communication and trust in financial health,especially in relationships -Why budgeting is a tool for freedom, not restriction Head over to provenpodcast.com to download your exclusive companion guide, designed to guide you step-by-step in implementing the strategies revealed in this episode. KEY POINTS: 01:08 – Why money is emotional: Jade explains how feelings and beliefs drive financial decisions, while Charles reframes money as a mirror of behavior and identity. 05:12 – Aligning money with values: Jade shares how clarity around priorities transforms spending, while Charles highlights why values-based choices create peace. 09:46 – Communication and finances: Jade discusses the importance of honest money conversations, while Charles explores how trust impacts financial outcomes. 14:29 – Budgeting as freedom: Jade breaks down why a budget empowers rather than restricts, while Charles reframes structure as a path to control. 19:37 – Breaking the debt cycle: Jade explains the habits that keep people stuck, while Charles emphasizes discipline and consistency. 24:55 – Emotional triggers and spending: Jade identifies how stress and comparison fuel poor decisions, while Charles reflects on awareness as the first step to change. 30:14 – Building financial confidence: Jade shares how small wins create momentum, while Charles ties progress to belief and clarity. 35:42 – Long-term financial peace: Jade closes with principles for stability and growth, while Charles reinforces that peace comes from alignment, not excess.