When it comes to using paid time off, many Americans just don’t do it. In part, that’s because of a major cultural narrative that hard work will allow you to reach your goals. “That narrative has really ground us into this workaholic sort of mentality,” … [Read more...] about How taking time off can benefit your mental health
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Millennial Money: It’s OK to not buy stuff on Black Friday
It’s that time of year when retailers seem to join forces to plant a message in shoppers’ minds: “Buy Stuff on Black Friday, or You Are a Fool.” They transmit this message in loud TV commercials, targeted social media ads, and promotional emails you … [Read more...] about Millennial Money: It’s OK to not buy stuff on Black Friday
Can your personality affect your finances?
Let’s be real: You may not know—or think about—the psychological factors that contribute to your financial decisions. But if you want to build healthy financial habits and improve your relationship with money, this topic is worth exploring. “Our personality … [Read more...] about Can your personality affect your finances?
Episode 121: Are You Committing Financial Infidelity
Are You Committing Financial Infidelity? with Drs. Megan McCoy and Alex Melkumian Finances are the #1 reason why people divorce, including hiding money, hoarding money, spending money without your spouse knowing it, and the inability to consistently earn … [Read more...] about Episode 121: Are You Committing Financial Infidelity
Rationalization How we trick ourselves into making bad financial choices.
Rationalization How we trick ourselves into making bad financial choices. Lilian Yoffe Financial problems we face on a daily basis are multifaceted and do not stem from simply one bad habit or just a lack of knowledge in the financial realm of things. … [Read more...] about Rationalization How we trick ourselves into making bad financial choices.
Are you ‘revenge spending’? How to avoid the post-pandemic urge to splurge
Are you 'revenge spending'? How to avoid the post-pandemic urge to splurge As the world starts to open again, many of us are also opening our wallets — to spend money at restaurants, the movies, gyms — and on new clothes we previously had no place to wear … [Read more...] about Are you ‘revenge spending’? How to avoid the post-pandemic urge to splurge