“Bad news sells because the amygdala is always looking for something to fear.”
~ Peter H. Diamandis
A little context can provide some good perspective.
While headlines are designed to trigger an emotional response in us, creating questions, shocking with language, and featuring unsettling stories, the full picture is often considerably different.
You may even be surprised as we examine two questions more closely!
- Are Market Highs a Warning Sign?
- Does Financial Advice Benefit You?
- Are Market Highs a Warning Sign?
What happened if you invested at a market high versus any other day? All-time highs have historically signaled a structural upward trend. Though financial media focuses on new highs as a source of worry, markets have tended to “climb a wall of worry.”
- Does Financial Advice Benefit You?
Put plainly, investors who take advantage of financial advice have significantly increased their wealth over time!
And there is another vital benefit to consider: “You should think less about money. The ultimate goal of retirement is to focus on purpose, identity and connection. If DIY administration causes you stress, paying for professional help to take that burden off your shoulders is a priceless investment.”~ Jordan Grumet
Your CommonWealth Team
“All media exist to invest our lives with artificial perceptions.”
~Marshall McLuhan
