Fear is one of the most powerful forces in our lives, yet it's often the hardest to recognise. In this episode, Steve is joined once again by resident psychologist Jess to unpack the hidden role fear plays in everything from investing and mortgages to career worries, retirement and everyday decision-making.
Together, they explore why our brains are still wired to spot threats that no longer exist, how fear can lead us to avoid making important decisions, and the practical techniques that can help us regain perspective. Along the way, they share personal stories, fascinating psychology research, and one simple question that can transform the way you think about life's challenges.
Episode Highlights
- Why our brains are still searching for sabre-toothed tigers, even when the threat is just an email from the boss.
- The psychology behind loss aversion and how fear influences our financial decisions.
- How mortgage anxiety, investing fears and retirement worries all stem from the same underlying mechanism.
- Practical strategies for managing fear, including naming it, writing it down and reframing your thoughts.
- The powerful question Jess believes sits at the heart of almost every fear: "Can I handle this?"
Key Takeaway
Fear isn't a prediction of the future, it's a signal from a brain that's trying to keep you safe. The more we learn to recognise fear, understand where it comes from and challenge the stories it tells us, the more confident and resilient we become in our financial decisions and in life.
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