Do you ever struggle with your financial behavior—even though you earn a great income and “know better?” You might find yourself asking, “Why did I buy that?” or, “Why is it so hard for me to reach my financial goals?” If so, you’re not alone. I heard this quote from financial columnist and author Morgan Housel that applies to understanding your financial behavior. He said, “All behavior makes sense with enough information.” So, what information helps us better understand our financial behavior? Observing Your Behavior Start by observing your financial behavior with curiosity rather than criticism. Observe it without judgment but instead with self-compassion. This is a core principle of mindfulness. Professor Jon Kabat-Zinn defines mindfulness as “the awareness that arises by paying attention, on purpose and non-judgmentally, in the present moment.” This takes practice. It is all too easy to judge yourself when you aren’t doing the things you know you should.…