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THREE WAYS PSYCHOLOGY SHAPES YOUR DECISIONS
Money choices aren’t just math—they’re shaped by mental shortcuts, the stories we carry, and the meaning we want from life.
Derek Hagen
Sep 253 min read


MQ: WHY EQ AND IQ MATTER IN FINANCIAL DECISIONS
Financial well-being isn’t just about knowledge. Emotional intelligence helps turn what you know about money into choices you actually follow through on.
Derek Hagen
Aug 283 min read


SUPPORT AUTONOMY, DON'T STEAL IT
Advice offered too soon can feel like control. Support others by honoring their autonomy, not overriding it.
Derek Hagen
Apr 243 min read


ACCEPTANCE AND ACTION
Embrace life’s surprises—ditch the “but” and say “and, so.” Accept the unexpected and turn challenges into opportunities.
Derek Hagen
Feb 203 min read
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