Ep 549: Farnoosh Torabi on Why “Healthy” Fear Is Good for Your Money (and Your Life)

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Sixty percent of Americans say they feel scared when they think about the future, and women are more likely than men to feel that way. If your instinct is to push that fear down, breathe through it, or just try to be more fearless, Farnoosh Torabi wants to stop you right there. Because fear, she argues, isn’t the enemy. It’s actually one of the most powerful tools you have, if you know how to listen to it. This week, Jean sits down with Farnoosh Torabi to talk about her book, A Healthy State of Panic: Follow Your Fears to Build Wealth, Crush Your Career, and Win at Life. They dig into: The difference between healthy and unhealthy fear The live TV snafu that taught Farnoosh to stop…