Living Richly with Curo

Episode 62 | Should You Stay or Should You Go? (Part 2)

This is Part 2 of a two-part series with Sharon Pope. Start with Part 1 for the full story: https://youtu.be/_8_a7LG16Z0
 
In this powerful second half of our conversation with bestselling author and relationship coach Sharon Pope, we go deeper into how emotional health, communication, and personal clarity influence every area of life—including your financial future.
 
Sharon walks us through the myths women believe about love, how to recognize disconnection in your marriage, and what reclaiming your voice really looks like in midlife. If you're navigating a major decision, stuck in the “comfortable discomfort,” or just craving clarity, this episode is for you.
 
In Part 2, we cover 👇 
 
🔥 Why desire fades—and how to revive it
 
🧠 The hidden brain science of love and disconnection
 
👶 How children shift everything in a relationship
 
🛑 Why “we’re just in a rough patch” can be dangerous
 
🧩 3 signs it’s time to seek clarity in your marriage
 
📝 The power of structured conversations with your partner
 
💬 How to communicate with clarity, not criticism
 
💪 Reclaiming your voice—and how it ripples into finances, career, and confidence
 
📚 Sharon’s top recommended reads for empowered women
 
🌱 What “living richly” really means when life feels misaligned
 
Live richly!
 
✉️ Send your questions to podcast@curoprivatewealth.com, and if we use your question you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card!
 
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Listen at the Links Below ⬇️
 
🍎 https://apple.co/48vupOH   
🎧 https://spoti.fi/3YtkVyR
 
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GET SHARON’S BOOK
"Stay or Go: How to Find the Confidence & Clarity You Need to Either Fix the Struggles in Your Marriage or Move Forward without Regret" https://stayorgobook.com/
 
LINKS/ SOCIALS
Website - https://www.sharonpope.com
The Loving Truth Podcast - Top 5% podcast with 25K+ downloads per month: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loving-truth/id1665995762
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SharonPopeCoach
Instagram - https://www.instagram.comhttps//www.instagram.com//sharonpopecoach/
TikTok - http://tiktok.com/@sharonpopecoach
YouTube - http://bit.ly/SharonPopeOnYouTube
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-pope-0705b28/
 
PUBLISHED PIECES
Modern Love, NYT: Keeping the Boardroom Out of the Bedroom – https://nyti.ms/4kyqYem
HuffPost: Women Can be Both Soft and Strong in Our Relationships – https://bit.ly/3IBv4VF
Mindbodygreen.com: 20 Ways to Build Intimacy in Your Marriage – https://bit.ly/4m5CIX9
 
POPULAR ARTICLES
Women Leave Mentally Years Before They Leave Physically – https://bit.ly/4lPIEDr
The Mature Marriage – https://bit.ly/3GBkf5u
Why 2nd & 3rd Marriages End at Such a Staggering Rate – https://bit.ly/4leDnFq
 
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Episode 61 | Should You Stay or Should You Go? (Part 1)

In this special two-part series of Living Richly with Curo, Anne and Atricia sit down with certified Master Life Coach and bestselling author Sharon Pope to unpack one of life’s hardest questions: should you stay in your relationship—or is it time to move on?
 
This episode isn’t just about relationships, it’s about self-reflection, confidence, and building a life that aligns with your values and financial future. Whether you're in the thick of a major life decision or simply re-evaluating what truly fulfills you, this conversation offers practical, grounded wisdom with zero pressure or judgment.
 
In Part 1, we cover 👇
 
💡 The emotional cost of indecision, and how to break free from it
 
🔄 Why so many women stay in “comfortable discomfort” for years
 
🧭 How inner clarity creates outer confidence (and better financial choices)
 
💔 What keeps women stuck in unhappy marriages, and how to move forward
 
🧠 The role of mindset in both relationships and financial decision-making
 
💬 Real talk about success, failure, and rewriting your personal story
 
📚 Sharon’s journey from corporate exec to bestselling relationship expert
 
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a decision or questioned how to move forward, this episode is a must-watch. And don’t miss Part 2, where we go even deeper into navigating transition with purpose.
Live richly!
 
Listen at the Links Below ⬇️
 
🍎 https://apple.co/48vupOH   
🎧 https://spoti.fi/3YtkVyR
 
___________________________________________________________________________
 
GET SHARON’S BOOK
"Stay or Go: How to Find the Confidence & Clarity You Need to Either Fix the Struggles in Your Marriage or Move Forward without Regret" https://stayorgobook.com/
 
LINKS/ SOCIALS
Website - https://www.sharonpope.com
The Loving Truth Podcast - Top 5% podcast with 25K+ downloads per month: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loving-truth/id1665995762
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SharonPopeCoach
Instagram - https://www.instagram.comhttps//www.instagram.com//sharonpopecoach/
TikTok - http://tiktok.com/@sharonpopecoach
YouTube - http://bit.ly/SharonPopeOnYouTube
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharon-pope-0705b28/
 
PUBLISHED PIECES
Modern Love, NYT: Keeping the Boardroom Out of the Bedroom – https://nyti.ms/4kyqYem
HuffPost: Women Can be Both Soft and Strong in Our Relationships – https://bit.ly/3IBv4VF
Mindbodygreen.com: 20 Ways to Build Intimacy in Your Marriage – https://bit.ly/4m5CIX9
 
POPULAR ARTICLES
Women Leave Mentally Years Before They Leave Physically – https://bit.ly/4lPIEDr
The Mature Marriage – https://bit.ly/3GBkf5u
Why 2nd & 3rd Marriages End at Such a Staggering Rate – https://bit.ly/4leDnFq
 
___________________________________________________________________________
 
📲 Check Out Our Other Social Media Pages:
 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CuroPrivateWealth/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curoprivatewealth/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/curo-private-wealth/
 
___________________________________________________________________________
 
📌 Related Hashtags:
 
#FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #SmartMoneyMoves #FinancialFreedom #PersonalFinanceTips #WealthBuilding #MoneyTalks #IntentionalLiving #LifeAndMoney #FinancialEducation #MoneyGoals #PlanWithPurpose #FinancialJourney #MoneyMatters #RealTalkFinance #FinancialConfidence #EmpoweredMoney #FinanceWithHeart #ModernWealth #MoneyAndMeaning #LivingRichly #Podcast #CuroPrivateWealth #WomenInFinance #EmotionalWealth #MarriageAndMoney #ClarityInRelationships #MidlifeEmpowerment #ReclaimYourVoice #WomenAndFinance #DesireVsDisconnection #IntentionalLiving #PersonalGrowthJourney
 
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📌 Related Terms:
 
marriage and clarity, midlife transformation, personal growth podcast, Sharon Pope interview, desire vs love, women and finances, emotional wealth, communication in marriage, relationship advice podcast, reclaiming your voice, living richly podcast, marriage counseling, structure in relationships, women in midlife, financial mindset, self-awareness tools, coaching for women, intentional living, emotional intelligence, boundaries and communication
 

Episode 60 | Tensions in the Middle East

In this episode of Living Richly with Curo, Anne and Atricia address a very timely concern: how should investors respond to conflicts in the Middle East, inflation pressure, and rising oil prices? 
 
🗞️ If the news has you questioning your portfolio, this episode will help you take a breath and refocus on what matters.
 
Here's what we cover 👇 
 
🛢️ Why the Strait of Hormuz matters to global energy and oil prices
 
💣 The potential market effects of ongoing Middle East tensions
 
📉 How supply shocks could drive inflation back up
 
📊 Why a disciplined, diversified strategy works in volatile markets
 
🧠 The dangers of emotional, short-term investment decisions
 
💬 What history teaches us about market recovery after geopolitical conflict
 
💡 When you should revisit your portfolio—and when you shouldn’t
 
🚫 Why “do nothing” can sometimes be the smartest move
 
💪 Staying grounded: What you can control in uncertain times
 
With real-world examples and grounded guidance, this episode helps investors avoid reactionary mistakes and stay focused on their long-term plan.
 
Live richly!
 
✉️ Send your questions to podcast@curoprivatewealth.com, and if we use your question you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card!
#LivingRichly #Podcast #CuroPrivateWealth #WomenInFinance #Israel #Iran #Volatility #FinancialDiscipline #GeopoliticsAndMarkets #PersonalFinance #Oil #LongTermInvesting

Episode 59 | Test Your Retirement Literacy

Think you're ready for retirement? In this episode of Living Richly with Curo, Anne and Atricia walk you through a 5-question retirement literacy quiz—and the results from a national study might surprise you. Most Americans scored 2 out of 5. Can you do better?
 
You’ll not only get the answers, but real-life context and planning tips to help you prepare smarter for a long, healthy retirement.
 
Here’s what we cover 👇
 
🏥 Why most people drastically underestimate health care costs in retirement
💸 The truth about 401(k) matches and why they’re free money
🧠 How life expectancy impacts long-term financial planning
⏳ The shocking percentage of people who will need long-term care
📊 Why Medicare only covers a portion—and what that means for your budget
🧾 Social Security myths that could derail your income planning
🔁 How inflation, required minimum distributions, and supplemental premiums affect your retirement
 
🎧 Whether you're five years from retirement or just starting to plan, this episode gives you a quick and powerful gut check on what you know—and what you need to know.
 
Live richly!
 
✉️ Send your questions to podcast@curoprivatewealth.com, and if we use your question you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card!
#LivingRichly #Podcast #CuroPrivateWealth #WomenInFinance #RetirementPlanning #FinancialEducation #MedicareCosts #LongTermCare #401kTips #SocialSecurityFacts #RetirementQuiz #MoneyTips

Episode 58 | Blending Family Finances

In this episode of Living Richly with Curo, Anne and Atricia tackle one of the most emotionally complex areas of personal finance: managing money in blended families. 
 
👥 Whether you’re remarried, repartnered, or navigating a relationship later in life, financial conversations are non-negotiable.
 
Here’s what you’ll learn 👇
 
💬 The #1 rule for financial success in blended families: talk early, talk often
💵 What to discuss: income, debt, alimony, child support, and shared expenses
🏡 How to structure accounts using the “yours, mine, ours” model
📄 Why documentation—legal or informal—is essential for clarity and fairness
🧾 Estate planning musts: trusts, wills, and why updating beneficiaries matters
👧 Including kids in the financial picture (yes, even teens!)
⚖️ How to define what’s fair, not just equal, in your financial life together
🧠 Real client stories, red flags to avoid, and tips from Anne’s personal experience
 
If you’re in a blended family—or planning for one—this episode is packed with practical guidance and powerful mindset shifts to help you build a shared financial future with confidence.
Live richly!
 
✉️ Send your questions to podcast@curoprivatewealth.com, and if we use your question you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card!
#LivingRichly #Podcast #CuroPrivateWealth #WomenInFinance #BlendedFamily #MoneyConversations #EstatePlanning #FinancialWellness #FamilyFinance 

Episode 57 | Downshifting vs Retiring

🏁 Is retirement really the finish line—or just the next transition? 
 
In this episode, Anne and Atricia break down the concept of downshifting as a powerful alternative to traditional retirement. Whether you're a high-achieving professional or a business owner, this conversation offers both practical and emotional guidance on making work optional without losing purpose.
 
Here's what you'll learn 👇
 
💡 What is downshifting? How it differs from full retirement
🧠 Emotional challenges that come with suddenly stopping work
💸 How part-time work helps delay Social Security and ease financial stress
🤝 The importance of social connection, mental stimulation, and identity
📊 Why downshifting can make your portfolio last longer
🏥 Health insurance benefits when downshifting before Medicare
🛠️ Actionable tips for business owners, employees, and retirees
🧘 How mindset shifts and meditation play a role in life transitions
Whether you’re years away from retirement or already in the planning stage, this episode is packed with insights to help you transition with confidence.
 
Live richly!
 
✉️ Send your questions to podcast@curoprivatewealth.com, and if we use your question you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card!
#LivingRichly #Podcast #CuroPrivateWealth #WomenInFinance #Downshifting #RetirementPlanning #FinancialWellness #WorkLifeBalance #SocialSecurity #FinancialFreedom #Retirement

Episode 56 | One Big Beautiful Bill

📄 How will the “One Big Beautiful Bill” impact your taxes, savings, and student loans?
 
In this episode of Living Richly with Curo, Anne and Atricia unpack the key parts of this 1,000+ page bill—so you don’t have to. 
 
Here's what we cover:
 
🏛️ Why income and estate tax cuts from 2017 may become permanent
👵 New changes to the standard deduction—especially for seniors
🏋️ Big updates to HSAs, including expanded medical expenses like gym memberships
💸 A potential $4 trillion increase in the national deficit
🎓 The latest on student loans, SALT deductions, and estate tax exemption changes
🧾 How small businesses could benefit from increased deductions and R&D write-offs
🍼 What Trump Savings Accounts are—and how they might shape kids’ futures
 
We also weigh in on what might change as the bill hits the Senate, and what that means for real people planning ahead in 2024.
 
👂 Tune in for strategic insights, clear breakdowns, and a few laughs along the way.
 
Live richly!
 
✉️ Send your questions to podcast@curoprivatewealth.com, and if we use your question you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card!
#LivingRichly #Podcast #CuroPrivateWealth #WomenInFinance #FinancialPlanning #MoneyTalk #TaxUpdate2024 #PersonalFinanceTips #SmallBusinessSupport #EstatePlanning #StudentLoans #InvestSmart #MoneyMoves #FamilyFinance

Episode 55 | Building Credit For Young Adult Children

How can you help your kids start building credit the right way? 🧠💳
 
In this episode of Living Richly with Curo, Anne and Atricia dive into smart, practical ways parents can set their young adult children up for long-term financial success. Whether your child is heading to college or starting their first job, this conversation is packed with real talk and real tips. 👇
 
✨ What you’ll learn:
 
📈 How credit scores actually work (and what impacts them most)
🚫 Why co-signing isn’t always the best idea
👥 The pros and cons of adding your child as an authorized user
💳 When to consider a starter card or secured card
🗓️ How to time credit moves during life transitions
 
Anne and Atricia share personal stories, industry insights, and clear steps that will help you guide your kids through this crucial stage of adulting with confidence.
 
If you’ve ever wondered: How do I help my kid build credit without putting my own finances at risk—or theirs?” this episode is for you. 💥
 
Live richly!
 
✉️ Send your questions to podcast@curoprivatewealth.com, and if we use your question you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card!
#LivingRichly #Podcast #CuroPrivateWealth #WomenInFinance #BuildCredit #TeenMoney #FinancialLiteracy #CreditTips #ParentingTeens #SmartMoneyMoves #MoneyMatters #YoungInvestors #MoneyEducation #Adulting101

Episode 54 | Smart Money Tips for Summer Travel

☀️✈️ Summer travel doesn't have to derail your financial goals! 
 
In this episode of Living Richly with Curo, Anne and Atricia break down smart money moves to help you take the trip—without the post-vacation regret. From setting a travel spending plan to booking smarter flights and maximizing your credit card perks, we cover 7 practical tips for traveling well and spending wisely. 💸
 
💡 We also share our favorite ways to build in flexibility, create a buffer, and rethink the total cost of a trip so you can enjoy your time away and stay on track financially.  
 
🗺️ Bonus: hear the top budget-friendly destinations for 2025 and our secret weapon for affordable luxury experiences.
 
Live richly!
 
✉️ Send your questions to podcast@curoprivatewealth.com, and if we use your question you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card!
#LivingRichly #Podcast #CuroPrivateWealth #WomenInFinance #SmartTravelTips #SummerOnABudget #PersonalFinance #VacationPlanning #TravelWithIntention

Episode 53 | How to Prepare For a Recession

🤝 Welcome to Episode 53 of Living Richly with Curo!
 
📉 Is a recession coming—and if so, how should you prepare? 
 
On this week’s episode of Living Richly with Curo, Anne and Atricia break down what a recession really is, what history tells us about them, and how to strengthen your financial foundation before a downturn hits.
 
🚨 We cover why having an emergency fund is critical, how to manage high-interest debt, and the mindset shift needed to stay grounded during economic uncertainty. 💡 
 
Whether you're hearing about "vibecessions" or watching GDP headlines, this episode will help you cut through the noise and focus on what you can control. Solid, calm, real-world financial planning advice—without the panic. 🙌
 
Live richly!
 
✉️ Send your questions to podcast@curoprivatewealth.com, and if we use your question you will receive a $10 Amazon gift card!
#LivingRichly #Podcast #CuroPrivateWealth #WomenInFinance #FinancialPlanning #EmergencyFund #Recession #MindsetMatters #SmartMoneyMoves