June 25, 2025

Understanding Biases That Shape Your Financial Behavior (Ep. 137)

31 minutes

Your emotions may be costing you more than you think, especially when it comes to financial decisions.

In this episode, Peter Raskin explores how common behavioral biases influence investor decisions and why recognizing them is crucial for effective long-term planning. He reflects on his recent travels to Morocco and connects those insights with the emotional triggers he sees in client behavior. From empathy to automation, Peter offers grounded strategies for responding thoughtfully in uncertain times.

Peter discusses:

The emotional triggers clients face in periods of uncertainty and how those feelings influence financial decision-making

Seven behavioral biases and how each can impact investment choices

The value of empathy, long-term thinking, and automation to help reduce impulsive decisions and emotional reactions

Key books on behavioral economics to help listeners better understand their own biases and improve decision-making

And more!

Resources:

The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

Misbehaving by Richard Thaler

Nudge by Richard Thaler and Cass R. Sunstein

Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman

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