Financial literacy
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Money psychology
How to end the cycle of financial self-sabotage
One step forward, two steps back. Is that what your financial life feels like? Fixing this isn’t really about money – it’s about how you think.
- by Paridhi Jain
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Money psychology
Rich or poor, everyone worries about money. Here’s how to stop
There is no level of wealth that automatically sets you free from financial anxiety, but there are ways you can start to manage it.
- by Paridhi Jain
Opinion
Opinion
Why you should forget what your parents taught you about money
Money lessons your parents taught you – both good and bad – could be hindering you as an adult.
- by Paridhi Jain
Analysis
Analysis
The simple money lessons financial advisers wish were taught in school
Did you learn about taxes in high school? What about superannuation or shares?
- by Caterina Hrysomallis
Opinion
Opinion
They’re perfectly legal, but these business ‘cults’ should be shamed
Ask a friend whether they’ve ever lost someone to the cult of multi-level marketing and there’s a pretty high chance they will answer “yes”.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Opinion
What can reality TV teach us about money? More than you’d think
Past the fake tan and veneers, seeing discussions about insecurities, vulnerabilities, or hairy topics like money can be extremely helpful and informative.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Opinion
Three reasons your finances feel ‘too hard’ to tackle
Getting stuck in financial avoidance is not a simple matter of laziness or irresponsibility. The roots of the problem go much deeper.
- by Paridhi Jain
Opinion
Money psychology
How changing the way you think can boost your bank balance
Here are four ways you should develop your mindset to be able to save money more easily.
- by Paridhi Jain
Opinion
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My partner loves to spend, but I love to save. What should I do?
Financial conflict in a relationship is often a symptom of a deeper problem, so take a step back and figure out what’s really going on.
- by Paridhi Jain
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Opinion
Trying to shortcut your way to retirement? It’s not that simple
Many people who hate their jobs want to win the lottery and never work again, but the truth is this narrative will actually slow you down, financially.
- by Paridhi Jain
Opinion
Opinion
Earn a lot, but don’t feel rich? You might be a HENRY
Before you pull out the world’s smallest violin for people bringing home the financial bacon, hear me out.
- by Victoria Devine
Original URL: https://www.smh.com.au/topic/financial-literacy-6fyv