In today’s always-on digital world, reading can seem like a quaint pastime. After all, a pithy social post is easier to digest than a full book. However, real learning typically requires a commitment to delve into a topic in some depth. That’s particularly true for anyone seeking to enhance their financial literacy.

Fear is one of the most primal feelings in the human experience. When harnessed correctly, internal fear can be an incredibly powerful motivator. However, if fear is not harnessed correctly, or if the fear is too powerful, we can become paralyzed. Paralysis by fear inhibits our mental processes and can often lead to irrational thinking. This is especially problematic when fear creeps into investment decision making.