Recognizing that success in investing, much like in other areas of life, is not solely the result of individual acumen or effort, but also of cultural legacies, timing, and opportunity, can lead to more informed and empathetic financial decisions.

In her book, Annie Duke starts by challenging the common misconception that decisions can be made with absolute certainty, drawing upon her extensive background as a professional poker player. She emphasizes that life's decisions are inherently probabilistic and encourages readers to adopt a probabilistic mindset.

As we step into the New Year, it's time to take a closer look at our finances, particularly in managing subscriptions and budgeting effectively.

Gladwell's book is an intricate exploration of our interactions with people we don't know, a pertinent theme in our increasingly interconnected yet polarized world.

The book touches on significant historical financial events, such as the Great Depression, to illustrate how these events can leave a lasting impact on individuals' financial behavior.