The Urge to Help
Part of what makes us human is the wonderful urge to help others of the species when they experience difficulty. […]
Money Behaviors
Money Behaviors, Money Psychology
The Power of Power
Even most people who do not stay abreast of the investment industry will have heard of Bernie Madoff. He was
Money Behaviors
Are You Spending, and Eating, on Automatic Pilot?
We all use the feeling or intuitive side of our brain more often than the thinking side of our brain.
Money Behaviors, Money Psychology
Saving Money & The Marshmallow Test – Would You Pass?
Dr. Walter Mischel, PhD, conducted a test with 4-year old children in the 1960’s. The children were offered a marshmallow
Money Behaviors, Money Psychology
How to Manage Your Money Buckets & Behaviors
In our last blog we talked about mental accounting – how we separate our money into buckets in our minds.
Money Behaviors, Money Psychology
Dividing Your Money into Buckets – Good or Bad?
We all do it. We divide our money into buckets, physically or mentally for special purposes. There are buckets that
Money Behaviors, Money Psychology
Why You Avoid Money Decisions
Not deciding – is making a decision -to do nothing. Sometimes it is because we have way too many choices.
Money Behaviors, Money Psychology, Retail Psychology
You Spend More on Accessories When Purchased with a Big Item
We are likely to spend more money for accessories when purchased with an expensive item like a new dress, sofa,
Compulsive Buying, Money Behaviors, Money Psychology
Save Money – Choose Your Shopping Buddy Wisely
If we have a choice of companionship when it’s time to go shopping, we often choose friends with a like-minded
Compulsive Buying, Money Behaviors
Should You Let Men Grocery Shop?
In this new evolved world with women and men working, traditional ‘home’ duties are shared with both partners. Men have