Could your language affect your ability to save money? | Keith Chen | TED Talk

In his TED Talk, behavioral economist Keith Chen explores the questions “Could your language affect your ability to save money?” Through exploring experiences around language and communication in his own life, Chen identifies key differences in how the English language communicates a point compared to Chinese and other languages from around the world. One significant element is the idea of time, which can be communicated differently from one language to another. While English refers to the future as a separate entity than the present, many other languages do not make this distinction. In terms of finance and economics, this simple and nuanced way of speaking and thinking about savings can impact your present savings rate. Please note that in the spirit of sharing his ideas in a manner that is engaging, persuasive and/or authentic to him individually, this speaker uses language or metaphors that could be sensitive to some viewers.
Note: In the spirit of sharing their ideas in a manner that is engaging, persuasive and/or authentic to them individually, this speaker uses language or metaphors that could be sensitive to some viewers