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Is money stress stealing control from your relationships?



Is Money Stress stealing control from your relationships?

Regain clarity and trust!

Rebuild trust and regain control with calm, clear money conversations that actually work.
Money tension rarely stays “just about money.” It spills into trust, power, safety, and connection. This toolkit gives you a simple way to talk about money without triggering shutdowns, fights, or control battles.

  • Talk about money without blame, shame, or defensiveness
  • Reduce anxiety and regain a sense of control (without controlling your partner)
  • Create boundaries that feel fair, kind, and doable
  • Replace avoidance with a simple weekly check-in
  • Rebuild trust through clarity and small agreements

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What’s inside

  • The “Calm Money Talk” script (what to say when emotions run high)
  • The 3-topic checklist (pick the right money topic first)
  • Boundary builder prompts (spending, saving, family support, debt)
  • A one-page “shared plan” template (simple, not spreadsheet-y)

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You’re in the right place if…

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You avoid money talks because they always go sideways

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You feel you’re carrying the mental load or losing control

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Small purchases trigger big feelings

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About

Ilana helps couples and individuals untangle money stress so it stops spilling into their relationship-by shifting the patterns underneath money decisions and creating a shared sense of clarity, safety, and confidence.

Her approach blends practical money coaching with nervous-system–aware tools, so money talks feel less like a fight (or a shutdown) and more like a team decision. Together you’ll simplify the noise, name what matters to each of you, and build a plan that supports your real life-spending, saving, and goals-without blame, secrecy, or shame.

Whether you’re navigating different spending styles, avoiding the topic altogether, rebuilding trust, or trying to plan a future together, Ilana helps you take it one clear step at a time. You’ll leave with calmer conversations, clearer agreements and boundaries, and a money system that supports both your values and your connection.

Is this only for couples?

No—use it solo first, then bring it into the relationship.

Do we need to share all the numbers?

Nope. Start with emotions + agreements; numbers come later.

How long will this take?

You can use the script in 10 minutes and do a weekly check-in in 15

Where do I start if I’m not sure what my “money pattern” is?

Start with the Money Quiz — it helps you quickly identify your money type and the emotional triggers driving your decisions. Take it here

What if we need more support than a script and weekly check-ins?

If you want deeper guidance, structure, and accountability, Grounded to Prosper is the next step. It’s designed to help you build calm money habits and lasting change. Learn more

Can I learn more before I commit to anything?

Yes — explore our blog for practical insights on money mindset, relationship money stress, and healthier money conversations. Start here


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Ilana Jankowitz  ·  Certified Money Coach (CMC)  ·  NLP Practitioner  ·  Inside-Out Money Coach (10+ Years)  ·  Featured Speaker at Google & IAPC