Staying sane in noisy markets – investing through market and news volatility
Why it always feels like a crisis
Financial media competes for attention, and dramatic headlines tend to win. Social platforms amplify this effect, often creating the impression that every move is part of a bigger story. Our brains reinforce the sensation: losses feel more painful than gains, and recent events feel more important than long-term context.
A 2–3% decline accompanied by loud commentary can easily feel like the start of something bigger, even when it isn’t. Rallies can create the opposite pressure—fear of missing out.
Understanding these tendencies helps put emotional reactions into perspective.
Step 1: decide what game you are playing
Clarity about time horizon is the simplest way to cut through noise.
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