Psychology · 15 min
What I Learned Losing a Million Dollars
By Jim Paul | Brendan Moynihan
This episode distills the hard-won wisdom from a devastating financial loss, revealing how our deepest emotional biases shape every decision we make about risk and recovery.
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Psychology
Duration
15 min
What it is about
Financial psychology, risk management, decision-making
Who it is for
If you've ever found yourself clinging to a failing project, a bad investment, or a stubborn belief long past its expiration date, this can help you understand why.
The author
Jim Paul, a former commodities trader, offers an unflinching, first-hand account of losing a fortune, providing a rare, lived perspective on the psychological traps that ensnare even the most confident decision-makers.
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