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A significant aspect of the debt snowball method is the psychology behind it. Ramsey explains that quickly paying off smaller debts creates a feedback loop activated by dopamine. Each financial victory fosters motivation and a stronger belief in the ability to conquer larger challenges.
Critics often argue about prioritizing high-interest debts over smaller ones, suggesting that mathematically, it would be wiser to pay off the most costly debts first. However, Ramsey counters this by emphasizing that financial problems stem from behavioral issues rather than mere mathematical miscalculations. The power of seeing progress leads to sustained motivation—a critical factor often overlooked in traditional math-based approaches.