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Debt Can’t Be Your Normal Anymore

2025/6/25
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A mother seeks advice on how to help her son struggling with addiction. The experts discuss the delicate balance between providing support and enabling destructive behavior, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and fostering accountability.
  • Addiction is a serious issue requiring professional help and support.
  • Setting boundaries is crucial to prevent enabling addictive behavior.
  • Open communication and consistent support are vital for recovery.

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Jade Warshaw and Dr. John Delony answer your questions and discuss:

  • "How should I help my son who's going through rehab again?"

  • "My financial advisor is telling me to not pay off my debt. I don't trust him, what should I do?"

  • "Why do you promote giving money away in Baby Step 7? Isn't that the opposite of building wealth?"

  • "I keep losing jobs and now I'm drowning in debt. How do I move on from here?"

  • "I'm worried it's too late for me to save enough for retirement..."

  • "How do I get rid of my credit score?"

  • "Should I buy a car that doesn’t make financial sense?"

  • "Can I afford a trip to Las Vegas to see Dolly Parton?"

  • "A third of my income goes to debt payments, how can I get ahead?"

  • "How do I handle entering a marriage with debt without feeling guilty for bringing my fiancé down?"

  • "I manage a $4 million dollar portfolio, what should I say to everyone that keeps asking for money?"

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