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Money is complex. As much as we like to think it’s simply about math–dollar and cents–it’s really about so much more.
Behavioral Finance
Historically, our economic models have centered around a rational model. That model depends on the fact that all human beings will act on their best economic interests at all times.
We know this isn’t the way things play out in real life.
Humans tend to react emotionally rather than rationally. Our finances are not immune to this behavior.
Behavioral finance looks at money through the lens of what we actually do rather than what we would do if we always acted in our own self-interest after running the numbers. Because let’s be honest–the vast majority of the populace doesn’t bust out their calculator before busting out their credit card.
Money vs Morals
This guy named Jesus once said it’s easier to get a camel through the eye of a needle than it is for a rich man to get into heaven.
Some people say that “Needle” was the name of a gate in Jerusalem. It was difficult to get through, but it could be done if you unpacked the camel.
Other historians argue that the gate that was the Needle did not exist in Christ’s time.
The point is not to give you a history or religious lesson. We claim no religious priority or superiority here. Rather, the point is that people have recognized for a decently long time that money can corrupt. It can motivate us to do things against our moral standards as we use logic to legitimize greed and blind judgement of our fellow human beings–especially when they are less privileged than we are.
I’m super interested in this topic. I think it’s an important one to remain cognizant of as we build our own personal wealths, so we explore it frequently on Femme Frugality.
Intersectional Women’s Finances
When you’re a woman, you’re disadvantaged financially, and no one’s giving you a handicap. While things have improved significantly for women economically in the past centuries, they are not yet equal.
This is especially true for women of traditionally marginalized populations, which is why Femme Frugality runs an on-going series on Intersectional Women’s Finances.
Thinking Deeply About Money
If you want to think about money beyond the surface level, you’ve come to the right place. Check out our archives, which will help you delve a little bit deeper:
Performative Success: Why You Shouldn’t Do it for Your Ex
I'm not saying you shouldn't aim for your goals. I'm just saying you shouldn't do it to spite your ex.
Things I Wish I Had Done When I Was Younger: Reprise
What do you wish you had done when you were younger? How can you weave those dreams into the life you're currently living?
Voicing Your Needs Helps Your Finances & Your Health
Are you used to people not showing up? These experiences might solidify a sense of hyperindependence. But when you pivot to voicing your needs to the right people, your health -- and your finances -- can see improvements. Believe that there's people out there who actually want to help -- because science says they do, indeed, exist.
Myth Busting Women’s Banking for Women’s History Month
Fact or fiction: Was it illegal for women to hold bank accounts in their own name prior to the 1960s?
The Feminist Financial Handbook is in (another) academic publication
The Feminist Financial Handbook has been cited in multiple academic texts. Here's an analysis of the latest.
Want more things to contemplate? Femme Frugality goes way deep on the regular. Click the ‘Older Posts’ button above to see more.