Suze Orman's Women & Money (And Everyone Smart Enough To Listen) How To Make Wise Financial Decisions
Jan 18, 2026
Fear can be a major hurdle in making wise financial decisions, especially for retirees facing market volatility. Suze Orman emphasizes the importance of a calm state in protecting wealth and making thoughtful choices. She explains how fear, linked to our nervous system, can lead to costly reactions like impulsive selling. Practical advice includes taking deep breaths, reassessing financial needs, and trusting a suitable financial advisor. Ultimately, listeners are reassured of their resilience and power over financial fears.
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Money's Primary Goal: Security
- The goal of money is to create security through an emergency savings account.
- Suze Orman stresses an emergency savings account is essential to your financial foundation.
Fear Blocks Sound Financial Action
- Fear is a primary internal obstacle that prevents people from acting on clear financial guidance.
- Suze Orman identifies fear as a root cause when people ignore good financial advice.
Personal Panic After Major Surgery
- Suze Orman recounts panicking after a serious surgery and learning about the polyvagal system.
- That personal health scare taught her how the nervous system affects decision-making under threat.