Marriage Isn’t About Love: Elena Cardone’s Controversial Take on Building a Partnership

In this week’s episode, Valeria sits down with entrepreneur, author, and speaker Elena Cardone. Elena opens up about the challenges and realizations she encountered after getting married, including the shift from independence to partnership within a marriage. She highlights the importance of continuous personal and mutual growth and reflects on how she and her husband, Grant, have built their success over two decades, culminating in their “billionaire” status. The conversation explores their journey through the 2008 financial crisis, the sacrifices made for their shared vision, and the dynamics of codependency in marriage. Elena also shares her thoughts on money, the evolving role of a supportive spouse, and the power of open communication. Their conversation also touches on parenting teenagers in a high-pressure environment, aligning professional goals with family life, and empowering women to discover their voice and strength in their marriages and personal growth. Follow Elena Cardone: https://www.instagram.com/elenacardone/ Elena Cardone’s website: https://elenacardone.com/ Build an Empire: How to Have it All by Elena Cardone: https://a.co/d/giTpIBD Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/52FeS Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/valerialipovetsky/ What we talked about: 00:39 Welcoming Elena Cardone 01:00 Discovering Elena's Journey 02:38 The Reality of Marriage and Sacrifice 05:17 Challenging Traditional Beliefs 11:10 Navigating Resentment and Validation 18:14 Redefining Wealth and Money 25:44 The Continuous Creation of Marriage 34:24 Understanding Communication in Relationships 36:13 The Role of Tone in Effective Communication 37:54 Growth Through Challenges 39:46 Aligning Personal Ambitions and Relationships 40:03 The Importance of a Supportive Partner 41:39 Rejecting Normalcy and Embracing Growth 43:16 Encouraging Partner Growth 53:22 Raising Empowered Children 59:07 Managing Social Media with Teens 01:00:56 Integrating Professional and Personal Life 01:04:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices