By Gary Reese
Faith Investment Services
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www.myfaithinvestments.com
When the evening news dishes up a “crisis of the day” it is very easy to feel like nothing is secure.
The political world has upheaval, the economic world is uncertain and confusing. It can be very easy to feel afraid. However, fear can cause us to make irrational decisions that are not good for us in the long-term.
How do you overcome fear, especially in the financial arena? One way is to have an anchor position in your portfolio of investments. Talk to your adviser about products with security, guaranteed growth, and solid backing, such as an A+ rated company.
There isn’t a “one size fits all” approach and this thought isn’t intended to be specific advice for your financial situation.
Honestly, one of the biggest ways to overcome fear is to have a trusted adviser walking alongside of you. Sometimes, simply having a conversation about your concerns, asking questions, and getting an education does a lot to alleviate fear.