By Dr. Bonnie Eaker-Weil
An English woman’s story sheds light on a different kind of abuse emerging: financial abuse. The woman, Seon, tells a UK paper that she endured violence and jealousy, as well as emotional and psychological abuse. An example she gives has her husband forcing her – when she became pregnant - to [...]
People have been arguing virtually since Hillary Clinton stepped on the political scene and made it clear she was here to stay years ago, about how much progress she’s made for women in politics, if she’s been helpful or hurtful. Since these debates have raged on for years now – and have no doubt intensified [...]
By: Dr. Bonnie Eaker-Weil
Our new President-elect is facing a lot of pressure and expectation, but so is his wife. Comparisons are already being drawn between Michelle Obama and the likes of Jackie Kennedy, as if people are waiting for her to bring a new level of class, style and vigor not seen in the decades [...]
By Dr. Bonnie Eaker Weil
While I think that just about any marriage or relationship can be saved, and shouldn’t end in divorce – as I talk about in my book, Make up, Don’t Break Up – break ups are sometimes an inevitable part of life, and they can change the way a person and/or a [...]
By Dr. Bonnie Eaker Weil
(Originally posted on Money Wise Woman)
An unfortunate story in Germany illustrates the importance of talking money with your partner. It may be an extreme example, but it can serve to forewarn others none-the-less.
The richest woman in Germany – BMW heiress Susanne Klatten – was the victim of extortion when the man [...]
Money isn’t just dollars and cents––it’s power and control. Financial problems and marriage problems go together like bread and butter, and financial infidelity is the worst money problem of them all. The good news is, you can restore a healthy relationship and recover from financial infidelity.
Listen to Dr. Bonnie’s advice during her time on [...]
Check out my post on the subject over on Money Wise Woman. Here’s an excerpt:
Many women have trouble being forthcoming when it comes to talking about money, but now more than ever it is important for us to speak up. Women entrepreneurs specifically can benefit from this advice in the fluctuating economy. Business coach Veronica [...]
In this fluctuating economy, it can be tempting to hide purchases or income from your significant other. Below is Dr. Bonnie’s perscription for a couple she counseled on Good Morning America, who was doing just
that - and we think it can help you, too. The MoneyGram chart is taken from Financial Infidelity. For more information, [...]
By: Dr. Bonnie Eaker Weil
The queen of the pop world is divorcing her film director husband. Madonna and Guy Ritchie were married for nearly eight years – practically a record by Hollywood standards, but the announcement came recently from the singer’s publicist that the two are calling it quits.
Of course there has already been – [...]
In a movie that is cast entirely with women and directed by a woman, one critic says he came away feeling like it was actually a movie that was sexist – against women! He cites writer/director Diane English’s portrayal of the film – which was made originally with Joan Crawford in 1939 – as full [...]