Five Forms of Post-Traumatic Growth Rain falls in everyone’s life. Trees, too. Trauma is common. So is post-traumatic growth! About half of people report moderate to high post-traumatic growth. The tree across my path; the few data regarding post-traumatic […]
Betrayal and Post-Betrayal Syndrome If you have been betrayed by someone close to you, it behooves you to understand betrayal trauma and post-betrayal syndrome. Betrayal results in anger, resentment, a loss of trust, and so much more. Afterward, there are […]
On Being a Pseudo-Physician I am a pseudo-physician. There I said it! Being a pseudo-physician is an achievement (because I escaped the chains of usual employment due to financial independence), and I happily receive the award given to pseudo-doctors. […]
How to have better friends in retirement Understanding your attachment style can help you have better friendships in retirement. About half have a secure attachment style. The rest have a mix of insecure attachment features (like avoidant or anxious). The […]
Never Sell Low My first advice as the first step of investing is never to sell low. Asset allocation is the most important decision an investor has to make after deciding to invest. Still, a first step before that is […]
Structured Product as a Hedge Are you being sold structured products as a hedge? What is a structured product, and why should you avoid them? Or, if you are convinced that they do offer downside protection, what do you need […]
What is a Buffered ETF? What is a Buffered EFT? Buffer or buffered ETFs have been around since about 2018. The idea: you have some downside protection and a chance at growth. Does that sound familiar? Yup, another structured product! […]
What is a RILA? What is a RILA, and should you buy one? These annuities are taking off from a sales perspective, so I’m not surprised that you are being sold a RILA. Should you buy one? Let’s find […]
Portfolio Makeover by Jean-Paul Sartre If you are considering retirement in a couple years, it’s time to prepare your portfolio. While “Portfolio Makeovers” are popular, a superficial change in the appearance of your portfolio is not enough. Jean-Paul Sartre […]