Moira Somers
Clinical neuropsychologist, professor, and author of Advice That Sticks. Provides insights on the psychological responses to crises and financial stress.
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Apr 2, 2020 • 1h 11min
Taking Back your Amygdala and Flourishing Through a Crisis with Dr. Moira Somers and Dave Goetsch (EP.92)
Join Dr. Moira Somers, a clinical neuropsychologist and author, alongside Dave Goetsch, co-executive producer of The Big Bang Theory. They dive into how people can cope with financial stress and the crisis mentality. Dave shares his journey from anxious investor to embracing index investing, while Dr. Somers explains the concept of 'amygdala hijack' and different personality styles in stress management. Their conversation highlights the power of community, reflection, and emotional intelligence in building resilience during uncertain times.
Dec 4, 2018 • 1h 49min
Ep 101: Financial Advisors As Adherence Partners To Deliver Advice That Actually Sticks with Moira Somers
Dr. Moira Somers, a clinical neuropsychologist specializing in financial behavior, dives into the reasons clients often fail to follow financial advice. She emphasizes the importance of understanding client readiness and collaborating with them as adherence partners, rather than assigning blame. Moira highlights the need for advisors to listen more and help clients break down complex tasks into manageable steps. She also talks about the benefits of reminders and celebrating small milestones to boost adherence. Tune in for insights that can transform the advisor-client relationship!
