Latest / Women & Money: Investing, Wealth & Financial Independence
Buying Insurance Out of Fear, Not Wisdom: How to Stop the Panic Buy | Women & Money
In this episode of Women & Money, host April Mendez explores the psychological trap of buying insurance out of fear rather than wisdom. Many listeners find themselves purchasing extended warranties, premium plans, and unnecessary coverage not because it makes financial sense, but to quell a low-level hum of dread about the future. This episode validates that feeling as human but exposes how these panic buys are often expensive, exhausting, and provide zero actual peace of mind. Instead of manufacturing safety through spending, we learn to separate emotional signals from financial decisions…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.