Volatility is part and parcel of investing so it's important to put it into perspective and look at the full picture when thinking about your wealth, rather than focus on day-to-day market swings.
Rather than focusing on the day-to-day movements of financial markets, especially during times of heightened price volatility, here's what you should pay attention to instead….
Even for investors who buy stocks for their long-term growth potential, sharp drops can still be hard to stomach. Here are some things to keep in mind if a market tumble makes you feel the need to "do something."