I come from a conservative background where we mostly saved and would only spend on needs.
She comes from a background where if you want something, you buy it.
This has always been a big issue for me, and I am not sure how to resolve it.
But you probably did to some extent.
Naturally, your upbringing comes into play, but its only part of what influences your financial priorities.
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Neither of your approaches to money are necessarily wrong.
And that may mean letting go of the rest or deciding to uncouple some of your financial accounts.
Not every couple combines every one of their accounts or splits all expenses down the middle.
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