# 235. Portfolio Volatility: Why A "Calm" Portfolio Is The Bigger Risk (And Who's Getting Rich Off Your Fear)

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Podcast: [Centsational Women Investing: Personal Finance, Wealth & ETF Investing for European Women](https://stenobird.com/podcast/centsational-women-investing-6727448)
Published: 2026-08-24T04:00:00+00:00
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Send us Fan Mail Every investor says they want a portfolio that doesn't move. This episode explains why that might be the worst thing you could ask for. We break down what's really happening every time the market swings, and why the discomfort you're trying to avoid might be the exact thing separating investors who build wealth from investors who don't. You'll learn: Why a portfolio that never moves could be a warning sign instead of a good oneWhat actually happens in the market during moment...

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