Investing without letting our emotions take the wheel can be quite a challenge. We've all made decisions based on our feelings rather than logic or financial sense at some point. But following our emotions when investing is a good way to put our investment plan at risk. When it comes to financial planning, it's crucial to guide clients towards being rational investors who understand that market fluctuations are part of the journey. Even the most steadfast rational investors have found it tough to stay calm amidst recent market volatility. But history reassures us that this too shall pass, and the markets will rise again. The burning question is always, "When?" While no one can predict the future, an advisors’ role is to help clients grasp that risk management is a cornerstone of any solid investment strategy. Risk is just one of the building blocks in crafting a financial portfolio that can weather both good times and bad. That’s why Equitable® has created an emotional investing brochure to help clients manage through extraordinary times.  Download your copy of Take emotions out of investing. We have also included a template letter that you can personalize and use to reach out to clients. To download an editable copy, click here. Questions? Contact your Director, Investment Sales. Date posted: April 17, 2025