You know the feeling. You turn on the news or scroll your phone and suddenly it feels like everywhere you look there’s another alarming headline: markets crashing, wars overseas, political tension, inflation, interest rates, uncertainty about what happens next.

And naturally, you start wondering: Should I be doing something different with my money right now? Should I be changing something financially?

That feeling is completely understandable. But when the noise gets loud, what should you actually be focused on financially? And what conversations should you really be having with your financial advisor?

In this episode of the The Green Zone Podcast, co-hosts Jeff Green and Lauren Smith of Winstone Wealth Partners break down the difference between temporary market “noise” and the things that truly matter to your long-term financial plan. From geopolitical tension and election cycles to inflation, volatility, and fear-driven investing, Jeff and Lauren share the questions investors should really be asking during uncertain times — and why patience, preparation, and planning often matter far more than reacting to headlines. Together they discuss:

• Why market headlines often create more fear than lasting financial impact
• How geopolitical events and market volatility can impact portfolios differently depending on your risk exposure
• Why concentrated stock positions and international exposure deserve closer attention during uncertain periods
• How to determine whether you’re taking unnecessary investment risk
• Why reacting emotionally to every news cycle is often a sign of a missing long-term plan
• The role of cash reserves and income planning
• Common estate planning and beneficiary mistakes people overlook
• When “doing nothing” may actually be the smartest move

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