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Chess is one of the oldest games in the world, a battle of minds where every move is intentional, every sacrifice calculated, and every victory earned through foresight and adaptability. It’s not just a game—it’s a way of thinking. It’s a framework for life. Those who treat life like chess stay ahead. Those who play... Continue Reading →
In a society that often celebrates lavish lifestyles, expensive cars, and designer clothes, the concept of stealth wealth—choosing to keep one’s wealth under wraps—might seem counterintuitive. However, for many individuals, living below their means and avoiding flashy displays of financial success is a conscious decision rooted in psychological well-being. Understanding the psychology behind stealth wealth... Continue Reading →
Changing your money habits should be simple—spend less, save more, invest wisely. So why do so many people stay stuck in the same financial struggles year after year? It’s not that they can’t change. It’s that change is uncomfortable, and struggling with money—while frustrating—is often the easier, more familiar path. The Psychology of Staying Stuck... Continue Reading →
This was originally written for my Lifespan Psychology class at Tacoma Community College for Fall Quarter 2024, and figured I'd share it here. The Role of Gender in Workplace Advancement I am choosing to write about women and gender in the workplace and how gender has played a role in the progress of women advancing... Continue Reading →
The other week, I had a class discussion due, and it was about understanding Framing in Psychology. We were tasked with choosing an ad or an example of framing, and I came across a classmate's response about Coca-Cola. Being an investor in Coca-Cola, I found it interesting and wanted to share some insights from this... Continue Reading →
Every so often I go through this revamp. I am not sure what to call it, but it starts things over. It's nice. Oftentimes, it happens after a birthday. I find myself starting from scratch. Fresh everything. A tabula rasa, if you will, otherwise known as a clean slate. I purge things that aren't needed,... Continue Reading →
I was listening to music from a well-known beloved pop artist on the bus ride home from school and began thinking about another known artist that had recently passed away after years of drug use and mental health. This artist once claimed that the current beloved artist I was listening to owes him homage for... Continue Reading →
I learned about the concept cognitive dissonance in my psychology 100 class and it has stuck with me ever since. Cognitive dissonance is the psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or attitudes. People are motivated to reduce this discomfort by changing their beliefs, acquiring new information, or minimizing the importance... Continue Reading →
My class assignment a while back for my psychology 100 class was learning about the differences of extrinsic and intrinsic motivation and I thought I'd share what I wrote for my discussion post here as it relates to this blog on being both a college student and an investor. The picture on the right is... Continue Reading →
This is a tough one to write as classes draw near; I find myself overthinking about the future more than usual. What if I am choosing the wrong degree? What if I don't like what I choose or am not good at it? What if I can't find a job afterward? What if I am... Continue Reading →
The Broke College Student 