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Mental Health, Investing, Econ & Neuroscience

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Mental Health, Investing, Econ & Neuroscience

This plan is essential for anyone looking to bridge the gap between financial success and psychological health. It benefits investors and professionals seeking to master their decision-making by understanding the neural drivers of behavior.

ByCommunity User
4 h 46 m
12 coursesUpdated 17 days ago
Economics in One LessonHow to stay saneBasic Economics: The Logic of Scarcity12 sources

How This Learning Plan Was Made

This plan was crafted by BeFreed's proprietary AI to help you learn Mental Health, Investing, Econ & Neuroscience with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.

Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Mental Health, Investing, Econ & Neuroscience.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand the neural foundations of economic behavior and mental health.
  • Identify cognitive biases that impact financial and emotional decision-making.
  • Master practical investing strategies rooted in behavioral neuroscience.
  • Develop sustainable habits to reduce stress and improve financial success.
  • Integrate economic systems with brain function for long-term flourishing.
  • Build a holistic framework for personal wealth and mental well-being.

Build essential knowledge of how the brain works, basic economic principles, and core mental health concepts that form the foundation for understanding human behavior in financial and social systems.

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Economics in One Lesson

Timeless principles of economic policy

8 m
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How to stay sane

A psychotherapist's guide to maintaining mental health through self-awareness, relationships, stress management, and personal narratives.

8 m
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Basic Economics'Basic Economics' shows how economics applies to life, policy – Deseret NewsBasic Sowell | Mises InstituteBasic Economics — On My Walk
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Basic Economics: The Logic of Scarcity

We live in a world of limited resources and infinite desires. Learn how to look past political rhetoric to understand the trade-offs that shape our lives.

24 m

Explore how cognitive biases, emotions, and neural pathways shape our financial decisions and mental well-being, bridging neuroscience with behavioral economics.

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Thinking, fast and slow

Insights into human decision-making and cognitive biases

8 m
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Principles of (Behavioral) EconomicsRead "Behavioral Economics: Policy Impact and Future Directions" at NAP.eduBEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS OF AI: LLM BIASES AND CORRECTIONSThe National Academies Press | Behavioral Economics: Policy Impacts and Future Directions
6 sources
Behavioral Economics: The Psychology of Choice

Why do we make irrational financial moves? Explore the mental shortcuts that drive our decisions and learn how to align your brain with your wallet.

23 m
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Dollars and SenseHow Mental Accounting Shapes Our Financial ChoicesHow Neurobiology Elucidates the Role of Emotions in Financial Decision-Makingsource 4
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The Emotional Weight of Money

We think we're rational with money, but our brains treat every dollar differently. Explore the hidden scripts and biology driving your spending.

15 m

Learn practical investing strategies while understanding the neurological basis of habits, stress, and decision-making that support long-term financial and mental health success.

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The Four Pillars of Investing

Master investing through theory, history, psychology, and business insights. Build a winning portfolio with timeless principles.

6 m
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Stock Market Basics: What Beginner Investors Should Know - NerdWalletWhat Is the Stock Market and How Does It Work? - InvestopediaHow to Pick Stocks for Long-Term InvestingFundamental Analysis: What It Is And How To Use It In Investing | Bankrate
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The Stock Market: A Beginner’s Guide to Ownership

Confused by the jargon of Wall Street? Learn how the market actually works and the simple strategies you can use to build long-term wealth.

19 m
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Made SimpleChange Your Brain, Change Your LifeCleaning Up Your Mental MessReclaim Your Brain
16 sources
Mind Meets Body: Taking Control

Discover practical, everyday strategies to improve your mental health—from movement and nutrition to sleep and social connection—that create a foundation for overall wellbeing.

30 m

Master complex concepts by understanding how mental health, economic systems, and brain function interconnect to create sustainable strategies for personal and financial flourishing.

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The Myth of Normal

Challenging societal norms on health and wellness

10 m
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Economics in One LessonBasic EconomicsEconomics: The User’s GuideThe General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money
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When Economics Broke Down: Macroeconomics Explained

Explore how the Great Depression shattered economic assumptions and gave birth to macroeconomics - the complex science of understanding entire national economies through key indicators, policy tools, and competing schools of thought.

38 m
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Research Themes – Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience LabTor WagerCANlabCANlab neuroimaging analysis tools - CANlab
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The Neuroscience of Belief

If your brain expects relief, it can trigger its own internal pharmacy. Explore how the CANlab maps the circuits that turn thoughts into biology.

23 m

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Psych, Business, Finance & Mental Health

Psych, Business, Finance & Mental Health

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Psych, Business, Finance & Mental Health

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Psychology, Finance, Investing & Creativity

Psychology, Finance, Investing & Creativity

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Psychology, Finance, Investing & Creativity

This plan is essential for individuals looking to bridge the gap between mental habits and financial success. It is ideal for investors, entrepreneurs, and creatives who want to master their psychological foundations to drive innovation and smarter wealth management.

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Invest, Neuroscience & Habit Mastery

Invest, Neuroscience & Habit Mastery

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Invest, Neuroscience & Habit Mastery

This multidisciplinary plan bridges the gap between financial literacy and the biological drivers of human behavior. It is designed for investors and professionals who want to master their internal psychology to achieve superior external financial results.

4 h 25 m4 Sections
Neuroscience, Entrepreneurship & Investing

Neuroscience, Entrepreneurship & Investing

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Neuroscience, Entrepreneurship & Investing

This learning plan bridges the gap between brain science and financial success, offering a unique edge in competitive markets. It is ideal for entrepreneurs and investors looking to optimize their mental performance and eliminate the psychological barriers that hinder growth.

4 h 34 m4 Sections
Finance, Self-Improvement & Neuroscience

Finance, Self-Improvement & Neuroscience

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Finance, Self-Improvement & Neuroscience

This plan bridges the gap between cognitive science and wealth management to help you master your internal and external resources. It is ideal for professionals and lifelong learners seeking to optimize their decision-making and financial health through the lens of neuroscience.

4 h 37 m4 Sections
Psych, Self-Growth & Investing

Psych, Self-Growth & Investing

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Psych, Self-Growth & Investing

This plan bridges the gap between mental clarity, habit formation, and financial literacy. It is ideal for individuals seeking to align their psychological well-being with their long-term wealth goals through disciplined, science-backed strategies.

5 h 41 m4 Sections
Health, Finance, Psychology & Self-Growth

Health, Finance, Psychology & Self-Growth

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Health, Finance, Psychology & Self-Growth

This plan is essential for individuals seeking to bridge the gap between financial success and personal well-being. It is ideal for ambitious professionals who want to optimize their health, wealth, and mindset through a structured, systems-based approach.

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