Stocks Slumping? Stay Sane & Stay Invested

If your investment account took a dip to start the year, don’t freak out! Here are three simple reasons to stay calm, stay invested, and skip the panic button.

1.  Zoom Out to Chill Out!
Worried about short-term stock market dips? Take a step back! Long-term investing is usually a winner. The S&P 500 is up over 600% in the past 20 years as of 3/31/2025. Even though stocks are down to start the year, they’re still up over 8% from this time last year.

2. Don’t Dip When Stocks Dip!
It’s normal for stocks to have ups and downs. Instead of panicking when the market drops, think of it as stocks going on sale—it’s your chance to buy more at lower prices. Historically, the market has always bounced back after downturns. Some big returns have followed some of the biggest declines. Remember, this could be an opportunity!

3. Patience Often Beats Panic: Missing the best days in the market can be costly.
Timing the market is nearly impossible, and missing just a few of the best days by selling could be costly. Often, the best market days come right after the worst ones. So, avoid that FOMO feeling by staying invested.

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