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Money Mindset & PsychologyBorrowing Psychology

Present Bias

Today always feels more real than tomorrow

$100 today or $110 in a month? Now the same choice, a year from now. Most people flip.

You'll find out

  • Why today wins up close
  • What $15 today was worth to people
  • Why pay later sells so well

Why it matters

Borrowing trades a later you for a happier now. Seeing the bias is how you spot it in the moment.

About 3 min6 interactive slides · 5 questionsLesson 52 · Zone 6

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