The Lunchtime Investor Show with Marcus de Maria

What Really Destroys Investors: Emotions or Strategy?

Investment Mastery Season 1 Episode 6

Most people think investors fail because of bad luck or bad strategies. The truth? It’s often emotions that ruin returns. Fear, greed, panic — they creep in and wreck your plan. 

In this episode of The Lunchtime Investor Show, Marcus is joined by Matt to unpack the hidden forces that quietly sabotage even the smartest investors. They explore how emotional reactions, poor planning, and sneaky mindset traps destroy portfolios — and what you can do to protect yours. 

You’ll discover: 
✅ Why emotions, not markets, cause most losses 
✅ The common mindset traps that keep investors stuck 
✅ How to build a clear investing strategy that works in stocks & crypto 
✅ Simple ways to stay disciplined when markets go crazy 

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