Capital Cognition
Capital Cognition is a blog on the Simply Put Psych Network that explores the connection between psychology and personal finance. By uncovering the “why” behind money decisions, we help readers understand their financial behaviours and build healthier habits. Grounded in research, we offers practical, actionable advice to empower people to improve their spending, saving, and investing habits. Whether it’s breaking free from emotional spending, understanding financial biases, or mastering mindful money management, Capital Cognition is here to guide readers toward a more confident and intentional financial life.
The Psychology of Scarcity: How It Shapes Our Financial Choices
Learn how the psychology of scarcity impacts your financial decisions and discover practical strategies to overcome the scarcity mindset, improve your money management, and make smarter financial choices.
How Cognitive Biases Affect Your Financial Habits
Discover how cognitive biases like loss aversion, anchoring, and the bandwagon effect influence your financial decisions. Learn practical tips to overcome these biases and make smarter money choices for long-term success.
Why We’re Wired to Spend: The Psychology of Money Decisions
Discover the psychology behind your spending habits and learn actionable tips to manage your money better. From overcoming instant gratification to resisting emotional spending, this guide helps you make smarter financial decisions for long-term success.
The Psychology of Saving Money: Why We Save and Why We Don’t
Explore the psychology behind saving money. Learn about the effects of instant gratification, mental accounting, cognitive biases, and emotions on saving behaviour. Find practical strategies to improve your financial habits.
Financial Freedom Starts with Knowing the Value of Your Time
Discover how evaluating your purchases in terms of work hours can lead to smarter financial decisions. Use our Work Hours Calculator to understand the true cost of your spending and take control of your financial future.