PODCAST EPISODE 326 – Why Do We Make Bad Money Choices?

Why do we keep making the same financial mistakes—even when we know better? In this episode of More Than Commas, Elijah uncovers the hidden forces driving your money decisions through the lens of behavioral finance. Learn how cognitive biases like loss aversion, anchoring, and confirmation bias sabotage even the smartest investors and discover how structured systems and a great advisor can help you stay on track. Whether you’ve sold in a panic or chased the next big thing, this episode will show you how to align your behavior with your financial goals. Listen now and start building a strategy that works with your emotions, not against them.

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