Investing is more than numbers and strategies—it’s a journey of self-discovery. After several years in the market, I believed I had learned to navigate volatility with a steady hand. Yet, my experience with Palantir Technologies (PLTR) taught me that I, like most investors, do fall prey to emotions from time to time. Hope and Hype: My Initital Bet When I first bought Palantir at $27.959 per share [100 shares total] in February 2021, I was convinced I was investing in the future. The company had just gone public in September 2020, and its rapid ascent to $45 per share by early 2021 seemed to confirm my belief in its potential. Palantir wasn’t just another tech stock; it felt like a visionary company that could redefine data analytics. I saw it as a long-term play, a cornerstone of my portfolio that I could hold through ups and downs. Fear and Doubt: The Downward Spiral Then 2022 happened. As the Federal Reserve’s tightening policies reshaped the tech landscape...