psychology

4 Myths About Economic Behavior We Don't Believe Anymore

We all remember the marshmallow experiment from Psychology 101. New studies show those famous findings are full of fluff.

People aren't always logical when it comes to spending money. A recent Nobel Prize winner uncovered some stunning examples.

Those sepia-toned remembrances of your past self aren't just for afternoon daydreams — you can turn them into powerful motivators, too.

Most of us would rather get a tooth pulled than talk about money with friends and family. Here's how to make the money talk painless.

The path to saving money is as diverse as it is customizable. Are you following the best path for you?

You've heard it before — your daily latte indulgence is destroying your retirement savings. Except, it's really not.

You might know that money matters can affect your mindset, but these surprising studies prove that science backs up the phenomenon.

We've all made money misjudgements in the past. Don't make another mistake reliving them in the present.

If you want to be a better investor, consider stepping away from the market "news."

A little positivity can go a long way — especially when it comes to reaching financial goals.

The first step to bouncing back from a money mistake is to cut yourself some slack.

You've hear of mind over matter? Here's how the rich put their minds over their money.

Why can't you chip away at that daunting pile of debt? You might want to blame your brain.

Science says multitasking hurts our productivity. Here's how multitasking keeps you from your financial goals, too.

Fear can destroy your life. Radical implosion can help you destroy your fears.

Spending addiction is real, damaging, and scary. If you recognize yourself in any of these signs, you may need to seek help.

A "reverse bucket list" — a running tally of all the wonderful things you've already accomplished — can be the perfect personal finance motivator.

Forget making a "To Buy" list. Instead, focus on what you didn't buy, and watch your savings add up.

Blowing your hard-earned cash on impulse, emotional, and stress shopping? Your lizard brain is to blame.

The rush from that big, must-have purchase only lasts a short while before dreaded buyer’s remorse sets in. How come?