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STOP ASKING "WHY?"
Want to understand someone without making them feel judged? Skip the “why” and try this instead—it builds connection, not defensiveness.
Derek Hagen
Jul 3, 20253 min read


WHAT'S BENEATH THE SURFACE? REFLECTIVE LISTENING IN MONEY CONVERSATIONS
Reflective listening helps reveal what’s beneath the surface in money conversations—unspoken feelings, values, and beliefs that shape your financial life.
Derek Hagen
Jun 26, 20253 min read


WHY KNOWING ISN'T ENOUGH: TURNING KNOWLEDGE INTO ACTION
We don’t change our lives by learning more. We change them by doing something—imperfectly, awkwardly, and one small step at a time.
Derek Hagen
Jun 19, 20252 min read
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