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The Mental Accounting Trap: Why Your Brain Treats Money Differently

Topic: Finance Published: Jan 29, 2026 Read time: 3 min
Your brain doesn't treat all money the same—it creates invisible 'accounts' that lead to irrational financial decisions. Understanding mental accounting can help you avoid costly mistakes and think more clearly about your finances.