Greetings to all as we welcome July, a month dedicated to exploring the pivotal theme of Financial Independence. As we embrace this journey together, it's essential to delve into not only the mechanics of managing our finances but also the underlying emotions … [Read more...] about Navigating Financial Independence with a Balanced Earning Mindset
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What to know about ‘money dysmorphia’
Host: Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos Source: ABC: Good Morning America Watch the full video... … [Read more...] about What to know about ‘money dysmorphia’
The Psychological Trick Scammers Rely on and How to Protect Yourself
Journalist’s name: Simmone Shah There's one simple and effective trick many scams rely on: emotional manipulation. “They use fear-based tactics to get us into our primitive brain, which is always on alert,” says Alex Melkumian, founder of the Financial … [Read more...] about The Psychological Trick Scammers Rely on and How to Protect Yourself
My Parents Have a Lot of Stuff in Their House. I Don’t Want Most of It.
Journalist’s name: Allison Pohle Publication: Wall Street Joural Many of us have belongings that meant a lot to our parents and grandparents. How do we decide what to keep—and what to throw away? On a recent visit to my parents’ house, I took a closer … [Read more...] about My Parents Have a Lot of Stuff in Their House. I Don’t Want Most of It.
Your unconscious beliefs about money have a significant impact on your behaviors.
Journalist’s name: Jason Stauffer Publication: CNBC Being good with money isn't just about knowing the correct information, but having the right attitude. Financial decisions are heavily influenced by unconscious emotional impulses, and sometimes these … [Read more...] about Your unconscious beliefs about money have a significant impact on your behaviors.
Examining Finance Through an Emotional Lens
Podcast name: Strictly Money Podcast Host: Saijal Patel Saijal speaks with Jasmin Guenette, Vice-President of National Affairs at CFIB - and Dr. Alex Melkumian, Financial Psychologist and Founder of the Financial Psychology Centre in Los … [Read more...] about Examining Finance Through an Emotional Lens