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MONEY IS EMOTIONAL: WHY EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE MATTERS
Money isn’t just math—it’s emotion. Learn how emotional intelligence can help you make clearer, more confident financial decisions.
Derek Hagen
Jul 31, 20253 min read


BEING HUMAN STILL MATTERS
AI can give advice, but it can’t replace feeling seen, heard, and supported. Here’s why emotional connection still matters.
Derek Hagen
Jul 24, 20252 min read


IS AI HELPING YOU GROW?
AI can be an incredible helper—but only if we use it with care. This article explores the subtle shift from tool to crutch, and why preserving our human skills like reflection, presence, and empathy matters more than ever.
Derek Hagen
Jul 17, 20252 min read


WHY AI CAN'T REPLACE HUMAN CONNECTION
We live in a world of fast messages and AI replies—but real communication is slower, deeper, and more human. This article explores the 93% of connection that can’t be typed.
Derek Hagen
Jul 10, 20253 min read
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