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WHY EXPERIENCES DELIVER MORE VALUE THAN STUFF
Experiences create joy before, during, and long after they happen—through anticipation, the moment itself, and the memories that stay with you.
Derek Hagen
Dec 11, 20253 min read


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 25, 20253 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 28, 20253 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 24, 20253 min read
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