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But here’s the reality: If you've been following a comprehensive financial framework, moments like these aren’t a signal to panic. They’re a cue to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the purpose behind your retirement plan.

In uncertain times, past podcast guest Christine Benz has some sound advice:

📌 Step away from the noise and resist the temptation to make emotional decisions that could cause long-term damage

📌 Double-check your reserves—ensuring you have enough liquid assets for short-term needs and possibly even high-quality bonds for medium-term stability

📌 Inflation protection also deserves your attention. Consider tools like TIPS or I-bonds as part of your safety net.

📌 Don’t overlook opportunity in the chaos. Tax-loss harvesting and Roth IRA conversions can be smart, strategic moves right now, helping you improve your financial future while markets are temporarily down.

Bottom Line: If you can't shake the anxiety, now is the perfect opportunity to reevaluate your retirement strategy; ensuring its rooted in a personalized framework built for these inevitable moments of uncertainty.