Juggling Mind and Money
Welcome to the Juggling Mind and Money Podcast with Steve Rowe and Jessica Schlupp-Taylor.
Steve Rowe is the founder of Lucent Financial Planning and an award-winning independent financial planner. He helps you to use your money and have a great life.
Jess Schlupp-Taylor is a psychologist supporting people through change, challenges and forks in the road of life.
Together they will help you unblock the sludge in your mind, stopping you from achieving financial and psychological happiness.
Juggling Mind and Money
Ep.18 - The Rollercoaster of Risk: How to Stay Sane While Investing
Ever feel like investing is just one big gamble?
In this episode, Steve and Jess untangle why our “caveman brains” freak out over market dips and what we can do to stay calm. From diversification and long-term thinking to quirky tricks like “worry monsters”, they explore practical ways to manage financial fear while keeping life fun.
They dive into how our brains are wired for survival, not the stock market – explaining why risk feels more dangerous than it really is. You’ll learn how to zoom out, reframe fear, and put systems in place to avoid reacting impulsively when markets move.
Whether you’re new to investing or just tired of the emotional rollercoaster, this conversation will leave you feeling a bit lighter, a bit wiser, and a lot more in control.
