Show Notes
In this episode, Carl explores one more possibility behind our desire to keep our options open: maybe we’re simply avoiding the feeling of letting something go. Whether it’s an old project, another career, a place we might someday live, or a different version of ourselves, closing the door can feel like a real loss. Carl reflects on the hidden cost of keeping those possibilities alive and asks a useful question: Am I preserving something genuinely valuable, or am I just avoiding the feeling of saying goodbye? Want more from Carl? Get the shortest, most impactful weekly email on the web! Sign up for the Weekly Letter from Certified Financial Planner™ and New York Times columnist Carl Richards here: https://behaviorgap.com/
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