What’s the one thing you’ve always longed to hear from your parents? Gayle Colman suggests it’s not advice or instructions but something much deeper—a simple acknowledgment of love and connection. In this conversation, Rick Kahler explores the idea of “last love letters,” a powerful practice that goes beyond estate planning to nurture relationships and create a lasting emotional legacy. These letters capture what truly matters: the love and appreciation we often leave unspoken. Why wait to share these heartfelt words? Learn how to begin writing your own letter and why starting today can transform your relationships.

A podcast that blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them.
Rick Kahler, CFP®, CFT-I™, has helped people make better money decisions by integrating financial planning. He blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them and shares them on his financial therapy podcast.

When the check arrives at a group dinner, the reactions can be as varied as the personalities at the table. Rick Kahler and Enneagram expert Joan Ryan explore how different types approach this everyday financial moment. Whether it’s a Type Two offering to pay to foster connection, a Type Five calculating their exact share, or a Type Seven suggesting “Let’s split it and move on,” these responses reveal our deeper money motivations. Learn how to navigate these dynamics with empathy and awareness—and transform financial interactions into opportunities for growth.

A podcast that blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them.
Rick Kahler, CFP®, CFT-I™, has helped people make better money decisions by integrating financial planning. He blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them and shares them on his financial therapy podcast.

Why do some people save every penny while others spend like there’s no tomorrow? The answer may lie in your Enneagram type. Rick Kahler and Enneagram expert Joan Ryan unpack the emotional drivers behind our financial habits, from the cautious saving of Type Sixes to the thrill-seeking spending of Type Sevens. This episode highlights how understanding your personality can transform the way you approach money—whether you’re battling inner conflict about saving or navigating the emotional pulls of spending. Discover how to align your habits with what truly matters to you.

A podcast that blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them.
Rick Kahler, CFP®, CFT-I™, has helped people make better money decisions by integrating financial planning. He blends the nuts and bolts of financial advice with the emotions that drive making them and shares them on his financial therapy podcast.