5 tips for building a professional trading mindsetHey traders
Building a professional trading mindset is crucial for success in the forex market. Here are five tips to help develop and maintain a professional approach:
1 . Develop Discipline and Patience:
Stick to a Trading Plan: Develop a detailed trading plan that outlines your strategies, risk management rules, and goals. Adhere to this plan consistently to avoid impulsive decisions.
Be Patient: Understand that success in trading doesn't happen overnight. Be patient and wait for the right trading opportunities that align with your plan.
2 . Embrace Continuous Learning:
Stay Informed: Keep up-to-date with market news, economic indicators, and geopolitical events that can impact the forex market.
Learn from Mistakes: Analyse your trades, both successful and unsuccessful, to identify what worked and what didn’t. Use this knowledge to improve your strategies.
3 .Manage Emotions:
Stay Calm Under Pressure: Trading can be stressful, especially during volatile market conditions. Practice techniques to manage stress and maintain a clear, focused mind.
Avoid Overtrading: Don’t let emotions drive you to overtrade. Stick to your trading plan and avoid chasing losses or getting overly greedy after wins.
4 . Implement Strong Risk Management:
Use Stop-Loss Orders: Protect your capital by setting stop-loss orders to limit potential losses on each trade.
Diversify Trades: Avoid putting all your capital into a single trade.
Diversify your trades to spread risk across different currency pairs or financial instruments.
5 . Set Realistic Goals and Expectations:
Define Clear Objectives: Set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals for your trading activities.
Understand the Learning Curve: Recognise that becoming a successful trader takes time and effort. Set realistic expectations regarding your progress and returns.
By incorporating these tips into your trading routine, you can build a professional mindset that enhances your decision-making, improves your performance, and increases your chances of long-term success in forex trading.
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Unlock the Secrets: Is GOLD the Ultimate Trade Today?Unlock the Secrets: Is GOLD the Ultimate Trade Today?
In this episode, I dive into the current conditions of the gold market, providing a comprehensive breakdown on how to form an objective opinion. Drawing inspiration from "Market Wizards" and "Trading in the Zone," I share insights from legendary traders who emphasize the importance of patience and discipline in trading.
Learn essential lessons on patience, understanding that you don't need to force trades or impose your personal bias on the market. Discover why it's perfectly fine to skip trades daily or even weekly if the market doesn't align with your setup. Mark Douglas, in "Trading in the Zone," highlights the significance of a trader's mindset and how maintaining an objective perspective is crucial for consistent success.
I also share valuable advice on productive activities to engage in while waiting for the right trade opportunities. Just as the great traders in "Market Wizards" stress, sometimes the best trade is no trade at all. Use this time to refine your strategies, study market patterns, and enhance your trading skills.
Remember, running in place won't get you anywhere—focus on strategic moves to elevate your trading game. By incorporating these principles and understanding the psychological aspects of trading, you'll be better equipped to navigate the complexities of the gold market.
Gold Price Analysis: A Closer Look at Key Levels & Future Moves!Trading Idea Breakdown for XAUUSD
Chart Overview:
Time Frame: 4-hour chart
Instrument: Gold Spot (XAUUSD)
Key Levels and Zones:
Daily LQZ (Liquidity Zone):
Level: 2450.370
Significance: Major liquidity area where price is likely to experience significant reactions.
4-hour / LQZ:
Level: 2437.909
Significance: Intermediate liquidity zone crucial for intraday trading decisions.
1-hour TP (Take Profit) Zone:
Level: 2419.054
Significance: Shorter-term take profit area, potentially indicating minor resistance.
Support and Resistance:
Key Support Level: Around 2410.920
Previous Top of Flag: Highlighted zone where price action showed previous resistance before breaking out.
Technical Patterns:
Flag Pattern:
The chart showcases a flag pattern where the price initially showed strong upward momentum (flagpole) followed by a consolidation phase within parallel lines (flag). The breakout from this flag pattern indicates a continuation of the bullish trend.
Upward Channel:
The price is currently moving within an upward channel, suggesting a controlled and steady rise in the price of gold.
Current Price Action:
Price: 2410.920 (at the time of the screenshot)
The price has broken out of the flag pattern and is currently trading near the 4-hour LQZ level.
There's an observed strong bullish momentum as the price approaches the daily LQZ.
Trading Plan:
Bullish Bias:
Given the breakout from the flag pattern and the upward channel, the bias remains bullish.
The price targeting the daily LQZ indicates further potential upside.
KOG - "Fail to plan, plan to fail" Traders,
The market is designed to confuse retail traders, the reason for that is they know 95% of you enter these markets with no plan. You’re not aware of the levels, you’re not charting the pairs you trade, and you lack the basic skills to manage your money and your risk. You need to have a plan before you enter a trade, you need to have a strict set of rules, and everything should line up as much as possible before you take the entry. By the time new traders understand they need a plan, they’ve blown their accounts and blame the markets.
Every trader, before they start their day needs to have a strict set of rules they abide by before entering the markets for a trade. There are many variations and most will have their own rules, but to start you off here are a few we set out for our traders. They're not uncommon, simple steps to take to keep you safe in the markets.
Is the market ranging or trending?
We have to adapt our trading style in accordance with what the market is doing. If it’s a trending market, we know we have a clear direction on the pair and we know the levels of the trend as well as the levels that are provided. We then add the target to this and now have a clearer understanding of where price may support or resist before continuing the trend. When the market is ranging, we adapt our trading style knowing that we’re going to experience a lot of choppy price action as well as extreme up and down swings. We plot the range, we add the levels, and we now have a clearer understanding of support and resistance as well as the range high and low. When the range breaks and confirms the break, you know whether you should be entering or getting out of a trade. Holding on to hope will kill your account and you will then blame the market.
Are there key levels above or below?
Key levels on a chart are really important to understand. You need to add the levels on the long term charts and the levels on the short term charts. This gives you an idea of where price may go before it either supports or resist the price. It also tells you whether price is going to continue in the direction if the key level breaks and the turns into either support or resistance. You can now plan, if the price continues into that level how much will my account be in drawdown, will I be able to hold, do I need to hedge, should I take the loss and switch direction. Holding on to your bias and hope will very likely kill your account, you’ll then blame the market.
How much capital am I risking?
You need to treat this as a business, no matter what your account size. Every day there are large institutions who want to take your money away from you, you’re in this market to take from them and give them as little as possible. You should have a risk model in place, am I going to risk a certain percentage of my account? Am I going to stick to a stop loss of a certain amount of pips? Am I going to have a risk reward that makes sense? Your stop loss and risk management plan is your best friend in this market, it allows you to limit the losses and live to trade another day. It also allows you to trade with a fresh mind everyday because you’re not holding on to hope. Traders fail because they don’t have a risk model, they then get stuck in a drawdown which doesn’t allow them to trade because they’re waiting the entries that are in drawdown to come back into the price range. Cut your losses early, if you’re wrong you’re wrong, don’t let your ego right checks your butt can’t cash! Holding on to losing trades with no risk model will likely blow your account, you’ll then blame the market.
Are there any new events?
News events can move the markets in a very aggressive way but will move the price into the levels that you should already have added to your charts. News brings volume and a lot of traders will use this to their advantage to either scalp or to get good entries on the pairs they trade. It’s best practice to not trade before the news releases unless you’re already in the right way of the market. “The trade always comes after the event”, wait for the price to be taken to the level they want to either buy and sell, wait for a confirmed reversal on the smaller time frames, once everything lines up, then look to take an entry. Trading news events comes with years of practice, it also takes a lot of discipline and the ability to manage risk, not only that but you have to be willing to switch your bias in an instance if you get it wrong. Most traders lack this experience, trade news events like it’s a normal day on the markets and then blow their accounts in one hit, you’ll then blame the market.
Am I following my trading plan?
“Fail to plan, plan to fail”. As above, you need to plan every single trade you take, make sure the market conditions are in your favour, make sure the price is at the right levels, make sure your risk model is in place, make sure you’re aware of the risks involved if it doesn’t go your way. By doing all of this and making a plan, you know what the worst case scenario will be, by knowing that you’re emotions and psychology won’t be affected that much and you will build your confidence. You’ll then develop your strategy and you’ll have a better understanding of what kind of ROI you can consistently make in the markets. Have the discipline to follow your plan and stick to it like a you’re a robot. Get used to taking losses, this is part of the game you’re in. Your wins just need to be bigger and you’re on your way to becoming a consistent trader. Most traders don’t follow their plan, they then blow their accounts and you’ll blame the market.
Hope this helps at least some of you stay the right side of the markets and we wish you the very best in your trading career.
As always, trade safe.
KOG
A Bitcoin Fib-Time Based Cycle ConceptHere we look at a quirky emoji infographic showcasing one of five potential Bitcoin cycle concepts. Using trend-based Fibonacci Time Extensions, I've drawn them since the inception of Bitcoin's first impulse rally from 2009 to its 2013 all-time high. These are then projected sequentially four times to 2025. While it seems simple, and not perfect, it appears to be quite effective and has not been invalidated to date.
Importantly, this is not a price prediction or estimation, nor does it offer an overall bearish or bullish take. Although the outlook seems bullish, cycles can play out over years, and we may not have seen Bitcoin's final cycle just yet. This is why it's the first of five concepts (long & short Term) I'll explore and adapt alternatives in the coming weeks and months.
This merely presents a conceptual analysis of Bitcoin's time and cycles, highlighting key pivotal points worth watching. Timing can be just as crucial as managing risk. Having a plan to correlate these factors allows you to spend less time watching charts and more time enjoying whatever you want.
Key Takeaways:
With a 1-2 weeks variance, each fib level (signpost) approximately triggers the next phase. It is within that phase expect the noted legend and take that mindset.
Each fib range marks 1456 days with 728 being the halfway point of each sequence. Note that 0.5 is not an actual fib level.
Once a cycle of phases is completed, rise and repeat.
We just passed the Halfway point in early Nov 2023.
This current cycle is projected to end in Nov 2025.
This is purely a concept and not financial advice. I apologise for the resolution. A screenshot can be viewed here:
Enjoy!
Having a bias doesn't mean having a trading opportunityHaving a bias doesn't mean having a trading opportunity.
We all have a bias on the market, that is defined by our experience and trading approach. And it's not wrong or bad to have it. Problem starts when we're holding onto it too much and when we start to think we know almost for sure where and more importantly - how - the market will move into certain direction.
Indeed, it's pretty easy to read basic trends and "predict" the direction of the market. However, it's basically impossible to tell how the market will do it. And it can move in a number of ways. For example, even though we might be right on overall bullish direction, market can make numerous manipulations to the downside before making a move higher ("Ha! See, I told you it will move higher!"). Or it can move higher, but in a very unclear, rangy fashion. Add flats, accumulations and distributions, fundamental factors etc.
So, objectively, anything can happen and no one really knows the outcome of any particular trade. Having a bias doesn't mean having a trading opportunity. What one knows is if he's following the backtested process of finding and executing on setups. So we can say if the decision is good in the moment of placing trade, not after the outcomes happened.
This uncertainty is how we can ease our greed, fear, pride or shame.. Because if no one really knows, and that's the only truth, than what's the point of getting so serious about our bias. It's not that WE predicted some market move or moved it with our trend lines, zones and any other concept. No one actually did.
What we did is worked and explored to understand approximate patterns and than executed on something familiar, having only one realistic expectation - that we don't know how the price will develop.
Mind Over Markets: Trader Fears and Psychological ReadinessTrading in financial markets is not merely a game of numbers and charts; it's a psychological battlefield where fears , doubts , and emotions can either propel you to success or drag you into failure. In this comprehensive article, we delve deep into the primary fears of traders, explore strategies to conquer them, and provide an in-depth analysis of methods to assess psychological readiness for navigating the unpredictable world of trading.
Unveiling the Primary Fears of Traders
Fear of Losing Money: The fear of financial loss is perhaps the most primal fear among traders. It's natural to feel apprehensive about risking hard-earned capital in the volatile world of trading. However, letting this fear dictate your decisions can hinder your ability to capitalize on profitable opportunities. Overcoming this fear requires a combination of education, risk management strategies, and a disciplined mindset.
Fear of Missed Opportunities: FOMO, or the fear of missing out, is another common fear that plagues traders. The fear of watching others profit while you stand on the sidelines can lead to impulsive and irrational decision-making. Successful traders emphasize the importance of patience, strategic planning, and sticking to a well-defined trading strategy to avoid falling prey to FOMO.
Fear of Making Mistakes: In a high-stakes environment like the financial markets, the fear of making mistakes can paralyze even the most seasoned traders. Whether it's misinterpreting market signals or executing trades at the wrong time, the fear of failure can lead to indecision and missed opportunities. Overcoming this fear requires a shift in mindset—viewing mistakes as valuable learning experiences rather than setbacks.
Fear of Criticism: Trading can be a solitary pursuit, but the fear of being judged by peers, mentors, or investors can still weigh heavily on traders' minds. The fear of criticism can erode confidence and stifle creativity, making it difficult to take calculated risks. Overcoming this fear involves developing a resilient mindset and focusing on personal growth rather than external validation.
Strategies to Overcome Trader Fears
Education and Continuous Learning: The more you understand the intricacies of the financial markets, the less intimidating they become. Warren Buffett's famous advice to invest in what you understand rings true here. By arming yourself with knowledge and staying updated on market trends, you can make more informed decisions and mitigate the fear of the unknown.
Risk Management Strategies: Implementing robust risk management strategies is crucial for alleviating the fear of losing money. Setting stop-loss orders, diversifying your portfolio, and adhering to strict position sizing rules can help limit losses and protect your capital during volatile market conditions.
Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation: Practicing mindfulness techniques and cultivating emotional resilience can help you navigate the ups and downs of trading with greater ease. Techniques such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, and visualization can help calm your mind and prevent emotions from clouding your judgment during stressful trading situations.
Community Support and Mentorship: Surrounding yourself with a supportive community of fellow traders and mentors can provide invaluable emotional support and guidance. Sharing experiences, seeking advice, and learning from the successes and failures of others can help alleviate the fear of trading alone and foster a sense of camaraderie.
Assessing Psychological Readiness for Trading
Before embarking on your trading journey, it's essential to assess your psychological readiness to handle the demands of trading. Here are some methods for evaluating your readiness:
Interviews and Surveys: Seek guidance from experienced traders or financial psychologists through personal interviews or consultations. Completing questionnaires about your attitude towards money, risk, and decision-making can provide valuable insights into your psychological profile.
Risk-Aversion Testing: Take psychometric tests designed to measure your propensity for risk and assess your reactions to potential losses and gains. These tests can help you understand how comfortable you are with making financial decisions under uncertainty.
Demo Accounts: Practice trading on demo accounts to gauge your ability to manage emotions and make rational decisions without real financial risk. Monitor your performance and assess whether you're able to adhere to your trading strategy and risk management rules.
Trader's Diary: Maintain a diary where you record your emotions and reactions to various trading scenarios. Analyze your psychological state over time and identify recurring patterns or biases that may impact your trading performance.
Stress Tests: Participate in simulated stress tests that replicate extreme market conditions to assess your ability to make sound decisions under pressure. These tests can help you identify areas of weakness and develop strategies for coping with high-stress situations.
The Reliability of Test Results
While these methods provide valuable insights into your psychological readiness for trading, it's essential to recognize their limitations. Human psychology is complex and dynamic, and no test can fully capture the nuances of real-world trading. Moreover, over-reliance on test results can breed overconfidence and lead to complacency.
Ultimately, success in trading requires a combination of technical skill, psychological resilience, and real-world experience. While tests and assessments can provide a useful framework for self-reflection and improvement, they should be viewed as just one piece of the puzzle. Continuous learning, self-awareness, and a commitment to personal growth are essential ingredients for mastering the mental game of trading and achieving long-term success in financial markets.
Riding the Waves: Triumph on GBPUSDCelebrating success amidst the unpredictability of GBPUSD. Learn from victorious trades as we delve into the importance of patience and resilience in the face of market fluctuations. Each win is a testament to the power of strategy and mindset. Let's reflect on the journey and empower each other in the pursuit of trading excellence.
A Bitcoin Fib-Time Based Cycle (Concept #2)In this chart, we take a look at a second Bitcoin Fib-Time Cycles concept (2/5). Refer to the original idea for concept #1 linked below. This Concept #2 is an alternative 8-step cycle phase to my original concept. This zooms out further and takes Bitcoin from a greater 2-phase cycle perspective. This concept is for the long-term investor who aims to track major Bitcoin phases when time is not on their side. Treat each signpost phase as a ranged period mindset until the next is triggered. This is not to be conflicted with the original concept, however, another perspective.
In this second concept, the positioning of the trend-based Fib-Time Extensions has been drawn from Bitcoin's inception to the first impulse rally from 2009 to its 2017 all-time high. From there it is projected sequentially again to 2026. The reasons for placement are through an observational nature in the structure of the cycles, or at least how I see it. From 2009 > 2011 > 2013 > 2017 as being marked one cycle, to 2017 > to now as a potential being marked as the second cycle. A repeat of this cycle however is on a larger scale. The ATHs to cycle lows across these two cycles are also noted as 2011's low from ATH was -93% whereas 2013 was 86%. Thus in 2017, it was -84% and to date 2022 is -76%. It appears that it is 1 larger drop proceeding by a lesser % drop.
Note: These vertical projections are not manually placed; they are based on Fibonacci sequence numbers derived from the noted placements (0-1). Interestingly, where they end up relates to the major pivots across the start and end of the sequence.
Importantly, this is not a price prediction or estimation, nor does it offer an overall bearish or bullish take. Although the outlook seems bullish, cycles can play out over the years, and we may not have seen Bitcoin's final cycle just yet. This is why this is an alternative concept to others I have been exploring. More alternatives in the coming weeks and months.
This merely presents a conceptual analysis of Bitcoin's time and cycles to date, highlighting key pivotal points worth watching for. Timing can be just as crucial as managing risk. Having a plan to correlate these factors allows you to spend less time watching charts and more time enjoying whatever you want.
Key Takeaways:
With a 1-2 weeks variance, each fib level (signpost) approximately triggers the next phase. It is within that phase expect the noted legend and take that mindset.
Each fib range marks approximately 2900 days (8yrs)
Note that 0.5 is not an actual fib level.
Once a cycle of phases is completed, rise and repeat.
We are 8 weeks, 3 days until we hit the next phase (Climb the Wall of Worry)
This current second iteration cycle is projected to end in Dec 2025.
This is purely a concept and not financial advice. I apologise for the resolution. A screenshot can be viewed here:
Mindfulness : The Zen approach to Trading SuccessMindfulness is a practice that involves being fully present and engaged in the moment, aware of your thoughts and feelings without judgment. It originates from ancient Buddhist meditation practices but has been adopted widely in various forms across the world for its mental health benefits. In this post, we'll dive a bit deeper into what it is, where it comes from, and how it can help you when trading. Some practical tips and where to start are included as well, so keep on reading till the end.
❔ What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness is like having a special tool that helps you pay close attention to what's happening right now, in this very moment, without wishing it was different. It's about noticing the little things - how your breath feels going in and out, the way your body feels sitting or standing, or even the sounds around you. It's all about being fully present and aware, like watching a movie and noticing every detail on the screen without getting distracted by thoughts of what you will do later.
When you practice mindfulness, you're training your brain to focus on the present moment. It's like when you use a magnifying glass to look at something closely; you see a lot more detail than you would if you were glancing at it. Mindfulness works the same way, but instead of looking at something outside, you're paying close attention to your thoughts, feelings, and sensations.
By practicing mindfulness, you learn to respond to situations with more calmness and less knee-jerk reactions. Instead of getting immediately upset or stressed by something, you give yourself a moment to decide how you want to react. It's like pressing a "pause" button, giving you the chance to choose your response.
In simple terms, mindfulness changes your mindset by helping you live more in the "now," handle your emotions better and be kinder to yourself. It's like having a secret garden inside your mind where you can go to find peace, no matter what's happening around you.
❔ Where does it come from?
Mindfulness, originating over 2,500 years ago within Buddhist meditation practices, transcends its ancient spiritual roots to address a universal human need: the desire to be fully present and aware in our lives. This practice, once cultivated in the serene landscapes of ancient India, has evolved beyond its religious confines, finding a place in various Eastern traditions such as Taoism and Zen Buddhism . Each culture enriched the concept, emphasizing awareness, intention, and compassion, and highlighting mindfulness's universal appeal and applicability.
The late 20th century witnessed a significant cultural bridge as mindfulness made its way into the Western world, largely thanks to pioneers like Jon Kabat-Zinn . His approach through the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program at the University of Massachusetts Medical School showcased mindfulness as a powerful tool for psychological well-being, stress reduction, and enhanced quality of life, irrespective of its religious origins. Today, mindfulness is embraced across diverse fields for its profound benefits, embodying a timeless practice that enhances the human experience by promoting a deeper connection with the present moment.
❔ Why Mindfulness for Trading?
Why is mindfulness important for trading? Think of trading like a big room full of buttons. Each button can make you feel something different – happy when you win, sad or scared when you lose. Mindfulness is like having a special guide in this room. This guide helps you walk through without hitting every button by accident. It teaches you to notice the buttons (your feelings) without having to press them all. This way, you can feel happy about the good things and not feel too bad about the not-so-good things, keeping your mind steady no matter what happens.
Mindfulness helps you stay calm and clear-headed. When you're trading, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement or worry a lot. Mindfulness is like putting on a pair of glasses that helps you see everything more clearly. You learn to pay attention to what's happening right now, instead of getting lost in thoughts about what might happen next or what happened before. This can help you make better decisions because you're thinking clearly and not just reacting to your feelings. It's like having a secret weapon that keeps you feeling good and thinking smart, no matter how wild the trading world gets.
❔ How does it help in trading?
Emotional Regulation : Trading can be an emotionally charged activity, with the potential for high stress, anxiety, and strong emotional reactions to wins and losses. Mindfulness helps traders recognize their emotional states without becoming overwhelmed by them, promoting a balanced approach to decision-making.
Improved Focus and Concentration : Mindfulness enhances the ability to concentrate on the task at hand. For traders, this means being able to focus on analyzing markets, monitoring trades, and making decisions without being distracted by irrelevant information or internal chatter.
Reducing Impulsive Behavior : By fostering an increased awareness of thoughts and feelings, mindfulness can help traders avoid impulsive decisions driven by short-term emotions such as fear, greed, or frustration. This can lead to more disciplined and considered trading strategies.
Stress Management : The practice of mindfulness has been shown to reduce stress levels. Given that trading can be a high-stress occupation, particularly during volatile market conditions, mindfulness can help traders manage stress, maintain clarity, and avoid burnout.
Enhancing Decision Making : Mindfulness promotes a state of calm and clarity, allowing traders to evaluate situations more objectively. This can improve decision-making by reducing the likelihood of decisions being clouded by emotions or cognitive biases.
Learning from Mistakes : Mindfulness encourages an attitude of non-judgmental observation. This perspective can help traders view losses or mistakes as learning opportunities rather than personal failures, cultivating a growth mindset that is crucial for long-term success.
Incorporating Mindfulness into Your Trading Routine
Here are a few things you can do to build in mindfulness routines in your trading day.
🧘🏽♀️Daily Meditation : Start with just 5 minutes a day. There's a plethora of apps like Headspace or Calm to guide you.
🤯Setting Intentions : Each morning, remind yourself of your trading goals and how you want to approach the day mindfully.
😤Mindful Breathing : Feeling overwhelmed? Pause and take ten deep breaths to reset your mental state.
⏸️Mindful Pauses : Before you click that trade button, take a moment to ensure this decision feels right in the gut.
✍🏽Reflective Journaling : End your day by jotting down your emotional journey alongside your trades. You might be surprised by the patterns you find.
📚 Get started:
Interested in expanding your mindfulness repertoire? Here are some resources to get you started:
Jon Kabat-Zinn's " Wherever You Go, There You Are " for mindfulness 101. ISBN 978-0-7868-8070-6
The Headspace Guide to Meditation and Mindfulness by Andy Puddicombe for those looking to integrate mindfulness into everyday life. ISBN-10 1250104904
10% Happier for meditation skeptics who want practical insights. ISBN-10 0062265423
✅ Takeaway
Who knew that the path to trading success could involve a bit of Zen? By embracing mindfulness, you're not just becoming a better trader; you're investing in your overall well-being. So, here's to trading mindfully and finding that inner peace amidst the market's chaos. Remember, in the world of trading, the best investment you can make is in yourself.
📣 Join the Conversation!
Now, it's your turn! Have you tried integrating mindfulness into your trading routine? Notice any shifts in your decision-making or emotional resilience? Or maybe you've got some mindfulness tips and tricks of your own to share. Drop your stories, insights, or even your skepticism in the comments below. Let's build a community of mindful traders, learning and growing together. Can't wait to hear about your experience!
A Trader's Guide to Profitability and SuccessGreetings, fellow traders!
As a seasoned veteran of the financial markets, we've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of trading, its ability to elevate individuals to new heights of financial freedom and fulfillment. Yet, we've also observed the struggles of many aspiring traders, their goals & dreams marred by a lack of guidance and a clear understanding of the intricacies involved.
So, let's delve into the five key aspects that underpin long-term trading success:
1. Crafting a Trading Plan: Your Compass in the Market Storm.
A well-defined trading plan serves as your beacon, guiding you through the turbulent waters of the markets. It's not a rigid set of rules but a dynamic roadmap that adapts to changing market conditions.
2. Unveiling Market Secrets:
To make informed decisions, you must become an astute market detective, meticulously analyzing market trends, economic factors, and company fundamentals. This involves mastering technical and fundamental analysis, and always staying abreast of market-moving news and events.
3. Taming the Risk Beast: Risk Management – Your Shield Against Trading Perils
Risk management is the cornerstone of trading success, shielding you from the perils of impulsive decisions and excessive losses. It's about setting stop-loss orders, limiting position sizes, and diversifying your portfolio – strategies that safeguard your capital and ensure long-term sustainability.
4. Conquering Emotions: Mastering the Emotional Rollercoaster
The financial markets are a psychological battleground, where fear and greed can lead to disastrous trading decisions. To emerge victorious, you must cultivate emotional control, adhering to your trading plan and avoiding impulsive actions driven by fleeting emotions.
5. Embracing Continuous Learning: The Path to Perpetual Trading Prowess
The financial markets are a dynamic entity, constantly evolving and presenting new challenges and opportunities. To stay ahead of the curve, you must embrace continuous learning, stay updated with market trends, explore new trading strategies, and adapt to changing market conditions. Continuously refine your knowledge and skills to improve your trading performance.
Stay tuned for more educational content and don't forget to trade with care!
A Bitcoin Fib-Time Based Cycle (Concept #3)In this chart, we explore a third Bitcoin Fib-Time Cycles concept (3/5). Refer to the original idea for concept #1 or concept #2 (linked below). In this concept, we position Bitcoin within an unconventional greater two-cycle phase, where the current cycle, Cycle 2, contributes to a Supercycle. It offers a twist that may appeal to the more contrarian, as its approach is taken from the emotional 'Herd' perspective. We use this to examine investor sentiment as it often conflicts with price action and can provide moments of opportunities or reasons to prepare and avert risk. Unlike other concepts, each signpost should be viewed as a rolling emotional peak within that period, until the next is triggered. This chart is not to be confused with other concepts, however, it can be confluent whilst still being conceptually distinct.
In this third concept, the positioning of the trend-based Fib-Time Extensions has been drawn from Bitcoin's inception to the first impulse rally in 2020. From there it is then projected sequentially again up until 2030. The rationale behind this theory is based on the idea that originated from my first-ever TV-published chart (linked below) . The shift in Bitcoin's cyclical nature poses a possibility that most of Bitcoin's growth from the early stages (2009 to 2013) is now in a repetitive sequence. This could indicate signs at greater levels playing into larger growth, which then forecasts a longer-term bear market.
Note: These vertical projections are not manually placed; they are based on Fibonacci sequence numbers derived from the denoted placements (0-1). Interestingly, where they end up closely correlates to the major pivots across Bitcoin's historical patterns.
Importantly, this is not a price prediction or estimation, nor does it offer an overall bearish or bullish take. Although the outlook seems bullish (short-term), cycles can play out over the years, and we may not have seen Bitcoin's final cycle just yet. This is why this is an alternative concept to others I have been exploring. More alternatives in the coming weeks and months.
This chart merely presents a conceptual analysis of Bitcoin's time and cycles to date, highlighting key pivotal points and how Bitcoin can often play on emotion and sentiment-driven participants. Overall it is worth observing even without this concept as understanding timing and environmental circumstances can be just as crucial as managing risk or setting price targets. Having a plan to correlate these factors allows you to spend less time watching charts and more time enjoying whatever you want.
Key Takeaways:
This chart is based on the 2-week timeframe as its projections are till mid-2030
With a 1-2 weeks variance, each fib-time level (signpost) approximately triggers the next shift in the emotional phase. It is within a phase to anticipate the preceding signpost and observe the sentiment with the correct mindset.
Each fib range marks approximately 3808 days (10.43yrs)
Note that 0.5 is not an actual fib level.
Once a cycle of phases is completed, we will assess as I believe this concept could prove to be a new set of cycles.
We are 2 weeks, and 3 days until we crossover the next signpost (The Fomo Sweats!) Crossing the next signpost does suggest that there is a 1-3 month period of rapid upside.
This current second iteration cycle is projected to end in Jun 2030.
This is purely a concept and not certain and not financial advice. I apologise for the resolution. A screenshot can be viewed here:
Why Traders Often Fail and How to Turn the Tide in Your FavorAs a day trader, I understand the allure of making your mark trading financial instruments. The idea of making quick profits and essentially being your boss can be incredibly enticing. However, the reality is that day trading is more challenging than it may seem. The statistics are alarming - the majority of day traders lose money. But why is that? Today, I will delve into the truths behind why day traders often fail and provide you with methods to begin turning the tide in your favor. So, let's get started and uncover the not-so-secret secrets to successful day trading.
The Alarming Statistics of Day Traders Losing Money
It's essential to begin by acknowledging the harsh reality that day trading is NOT a guaranteed path to riches. Studies have shown that a significant percentage of day traders end up losing money. Depending on which study or report you look at, the deck is stacked against the average day trader, with 70-90% of traders losing money within the first year of trading. That's a tough pill to swallow for anyone who wants to pursue day trading as either a full-time gig or a supplemental means of generating income. So, how does one stack the odds in their favor to become a successful trader?
Understanding the Psychology of Day Traders
There are three factors contributing to the high failure rate among day traders. Those factors include but are not limited to mindset, psychology, and discipline. I want to break these down for you so we can take a look at where most traders go wrong.
Mindset: One may believe that mindset and psychology are the same, and though they are connected, they are not the same. In trading, mindset plays a crucial role in shaping a trader's attitude toward the market. A trader's mindset encompasses their beliefs, perspectives, and overall mental framework towards trading, risk, and uncertainty. Traders often have short-term sights set on finding unicorn gains or high win rates with little thought on a fundamental foundation to build upon for long-term growth.
Having a strong and disciplined mindset is essential for navigating the complexities of the market, as it fosters critical traits such as patience, adaptability, and a long-term growth-oriented outlook. A resilient mindset can help traders weather the inevitable ups and downs of the market, maintain discipline in executing their trading strategies, and stay focused on their long-term goals. Ultimately, a positive and disciplined mindset can contribute significantly to a trader's ability to navigate challenges they will inevitably face.
Psychology: Day trading can be an emotionally intense endeavor, and many traders fall victim to their emotional state. Emotions such as fear, greed, and hope, as well as cognitive biases, play a crucial role in shaping day-to-day trading decisions. For instance, the fear of missing out (FOMO) can prompt impulsive trading, while the aversion to realizing a loss can lead to holding onto losing positions for too long. Day traders must recognize and control these emotions to improve their chances of success. If you let your emotions best you, you will end up giving your money to someone who keeps those emotions in check.
Overcoming psychological hurdles such as these is essential for making rational trading decisions. Additionally, being aware of cognitive biases like confirmation bias and recency bias can help traders avoid making decisions based on flawed reasoning. Understanding and managing these psychological factors is vital for maintaining discipline, especially in the face of market volatility and uncertainty.
Discipline: I feel like discipline is wildly overlooked in the world of trading. There is so much toxicity bred in the field by so-called gurus who tell you trading is so simple and that massive gains are just around the corner. That is not the case in the realm of trading or any skill you hope to master. Olympic athletes do not wake up one day being the masters of their respective sport. They spend years practicing their skills with the highest level of discipline imaginable. Is trading the Olympics? No, but the principle is the same. If trading is a lifelong skill that you want to acquire, then you must commit to self-discipline in your approach to trading.
So, from here, where do we start? How do we turn these three pillars in our favor and become successful in the long term?
Lack of Proper Risk Management
One of the primary reasons why day traders lose money is their failure to implement proper risk management strategies. Our brains are not wired to embrace loss; our minds will make every mental backflip to avoid it. This is why traders often let losers run rampant and cut their gains short. Think back to any of your previous trades. Did you justify staying in a losing trade based on some afterthought? An example justification could be, "This price can't go any higher; look how overbought XYZ stock is!"
Additionally, day traders often need to pay more attention to potential profits and pay attention to potential losses. This can lead to reckless trading decisions and a failure to cut losses when necessary. With so much focus in the industry on winning, many overlook the discipline of being a great loser. Could you let that last sentence sink in for a second and give it some deep thought?
Day trading inherently involves the risk of loss, and without a solid risk management plan in place, traders are essentially gambling with their money. It's essential to set clear risk limits, determine the maximum amount of capital you are willing to risk on each trade and stick to your plan.
Implementing Effective Risk Management Strategies
Now that we understand the importance of risk management, let's explore some practical strategies that day traders can implement to protect their capital and improve their chances of success.
Use stop-loss orders: A stop-loss order is a predetermined price at which you will automatically exit a trade to limit your losses. By setting stop-loss orders at strategic levels, you can protect yourself from significant losses and maintain your risk management plan. A critical aspect of stop-losses is that they need to be a one-way street. It's okay to move a stop-loss up as a trade moves in your favor. However, never push your stop-loss back or make it wider after your trade has been initiated. This is only setting you up for long-term failure. Think of it this way: allowing a stop loss to do its job is like subjecting yourself to paper cuts compared to letting losers run, which would be akin to taking a slash from a sword. Which do you think you would better withstand in the long term?
In a previous article, I highlighted different methods for setting stoplosses. I will link that article below this one, as I highly recommend you read it if you have further questions on how to set a stop-loss. Though that is only half the battle, the real challenge comes with maintaining discipline and respect for that stop-loss on every trade you take.
Size your positions appropriately: It's crucial to determine the appropriate position size for each trade based on your risk tolerance and the specific trade setup. Avoid risking a significant portion of your capital on a single trade, as it can have devastating consequences if the trade goes against you, especially if you do not heed the previous advice of a disciplined stop loss. Never risk more than you are willing to lose!
Diversify your portfolio: Only a few people want to day trade forever; it is a stepping stone for building wealth that you can diversify and let grow. However, if you have the capital early on to spread your investments across multiple stocks or assets, you can reduce the impact of a single trade going wrong. Diversification helps to mitigate risk and increase the likelihood of positive returns over the long term.
The Importance of Having a Solid Trading Plan
How do we implement discipline and solid risk management in our daily trading? We turn to the often underutilized trading plan. Day trading without a well-defined trading plan is akin to sailing without a compass. A trading plan serves as your roadmap, guiding you through the ups and downs of the market. It outlines your entry and exit strategies, risk management rules, and overall trading approach. Without a solid plan, day traders are more likely to make impulsive decisions based on emotions or market noise. This is where your discipline can help keep your emotions in check.
When creating your trading plan, consider the following elements:
Define your goals: Please be sure to determine your financial goals and the timeframe in which you aim to achieve them. This will help you stay focused and avoid chasing unrealistic profits. This is where you formulate your mindset and build your long-term foundation.
Choose a trading strategy: Select a trading strategy that aligns with your risk tolerance and trading style. Whether it's trend following, breakout trading, or any other approach, make sure to thoroughly back-test and validate your strategy before implementing it.
Set realistic expectations: Understand that day trading is not a get-rich-quick scheme. It requires dedication, continuous learning, and patience. Set realistic expectations and avoid succumbing to the allure of overnight riches.
By having a well-defined trading plan and sticking to it, you can significantly increase your chances of success in the challenging world of day trading.
Learning from Past Mistakes and Analyzing Trading Data
One of the most effective ways to improve as a day trader is to learn from your past mistakes and analyze your trading data. It's essential for you to keep a detailed record of your trades, including entry and exit points, profit or loss, and any relevant notes or observations.
By reviewing your trading data, you can identify patterns, strengths, and weaknesses in your trading strategy. This process allows you to make data-driven adjustments and refine your approach over time. Additionally, learning from your mistakes helps you avoid repeating them in the future.
Practicing Patience and Emotional Control
Patience and emotional control are two crucial qualities that successful day traders possess. The ability to wait for the right opportunities and avoid impulsive trading decisions can make a significant difference in your overall profitability.
Day trading often involves rapid market movements and fluctuations, which can trigger emotional responses. It's essential to remain calm and composed, sticking to your trading plan and strategy. Emotions such as fear and greed can cloud judgment and lead to irrational decisions. By practicing emotional control, you can make rational and objective trading choices, increasing your chances of success.
The Path to Success in Day Trading
Day trading is undoubtedly challenging, but it's not an impossible endeavor. By understanding the truths behind why day traders often fail and implementing effective strategies, you can turn the tide in your favor. However, you should know that this is not an overnight ordeal. There are no shortcuts worth taking and endless hours of practice to achieve the feat of becoming an elite trader.
Remember, day trading requires discipline, risk management, and continuous learning. Develop a solid trading plan, analyze your trading data, and practice patience and emotional control. By doing so, you can navigate the unpredictable waters of the financial markets with confidence and increase your chances of achieving long-term success as a day trader.
Good luck and happy trading!
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Gold price is set to finish the week with losses, even though has recovered some ground. According to the daily moving averages (DMAs), XAU’s is upward biased, but since reaching $2088 on December 28, it has printed successive series of lower highs/lows, opening the door for further downside. If XAU/USD prints a daily close below $2000, that could sponsor a leg-down to the 100-DMA at $1996.10, followed by the December 13 low of $1973.13. A breach of the latter will expose the 200-DMA at $1965.46.
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⚡️ Only Trade With Risk Capital
⚡️ Cut Losses Short, Let Profits Run On
⚡️ Avoid Using Too Much Leverage
⚡️ Avoid Taking Too Much Heat
⚡️ Do Not Give in to Greed
⚡️ Take profit equal to 4-6% of your capital
⚡️ Stop lose equal to 2-3% of your capital
The Trader's Toolkit: Building a Dynamic Trading JournalJoin us in this comprehensive tutorial as we walk through the essential process of building a personalized trading journal. Whether you're new to trading or aiming to elevate your strategies, this educational video empowers you with the knowledge of why building a trading journal is a critical step in your trading journey. Learn with us, and discover why a trading journal is a crucial addition to your trading toolkit.
Traders Don’t Fail – They QuitIt’s been a very tough year for swing traders.
Go long the market drops. Go short the market rallies.
Don’t do anything and you save from the burn.
But in the bigger scheme of things, it looks like we are in an accumulation phase.
The accumulation phase is a period in which smart money (informed and experienced traders or institutional investors) is believed to be accumulating a particular asset while it is still relatively undervalued.
This phase occurs before a notable uptrend or bullish move in the market.
Key characteristics of the accumulation phase include:
Sideways Movement:
Prices move within a trading range, often forming a base or a consolidation pattern.
The range represents a period of equilibrium between buying and selling forces.
You can see the JSE ALSI has been in a tight range this entire year.
Decreasing Volume:
Volume tends to decline during the accumulation phase, indicating a decrease in overall market activity.
Lower volume signals that the asset is not attracting significant attention from the broader market.
There have not been huge orders on the JSE ALSI like other years. It could be because there are LESS investors buying shares and more going into derivatives and margin trading.
Or because they are worried about the state of the economy with load shedding, foreign direct investments pulling out, the country being rated down or people fleeing the country.
Smart Money Accumulation:
Informed traders or institutional investors quietly accumulate the asset during this phase.
Their accumulation is not typically evident in the overall market activity due to the relatively low volume.
Now with December, we could see investors piling into trades from their bonuses, offsetting taxes, preparing for the next year or with optimism with the festive season.
Transition to Markup Phase:
After a sufficient accumulation, there is an expectation that the asset’s price will break out of the trading range.
This breakout marks the end of the accumulation phase and the beginning of the markup phase, characterized by a sustained uptrend.
So, my hopes and bets are UP.
I think once we break out above the range, we could see the JSE ALSI rally a good 10 -20%.
But geez, we need strong catalysts to kick in.
Even if it’s international markets helping us run up with Dual LIsted companies or America’s leading influence.
What are your thoughts? You think we’ll get our long waited for rally?
Traders and investors who stay in the game will reap the rewards.
Patience is a trader's virtue.
Impatience is the reason why traders quit. They don’t FAIL – THEY QUIT.
Three GOLDEN rules of tradingThree golden rules of trading
1. Learn when to stay out of the markets. This comes from the principle that it’s almost always good to do the contrary of what beginners do. Think for yourself, beginners tend to always search for an entry and predict any kind of price action, even the choppiest one. The truth is, sometimes markets are in condition when it’s just doesn’t make sense to trade and we need to wait.
Some questions to ask ourselves: if I would enter 1000 trades like this, do I think it will be a consistent strategy?
Do I really see a clear price action development now, or do I want to enter very early to not miss the initial move, which by the way will develop basically out of nowhere? It’s an illusion that we need to predict everything. We need to see clarity, not predict the chop.
Realize, that what we often need to do in live markets is DO NOTHING.
2. Learn how to lose
Most traders who are still learning, and after a loser, tend to become emotional (fearful, frustrated, angry etc.) and start to act based on emotions, not an actual plan they had. This can be conscious when you understand you’re making a mistakes, but emotional brain took over and you still overtrade, tilt or over risk. Or it could be unconscious when you believe you’re doing the right things.
So how to do it? Be aware of your emotional triggers, have a mental journal and step by step learn to RESIST this desire to revenge and place another trade. It’s a long process, but with commitment, it’s possible to achieve.
3. Learn to actually follow the rules
It’s a hard one to master. Beginners and even experienced trades tend to deviate from the rules of their strategy without proper testing. You constantly need to keep in mind that placing random trades will give you random results and it’s not sustainable long-term.
The best way to do it is to start a rule-following challenge, when you tick day by day if you followed the rules.
Most people didn’t follow their trading rules even for 5 days in a row! Just think about it.
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Meditations for the Modern TraderDrawing inspiration from the timeless wisdom of Marcus Aurelius, this guide distills ancient Stoic principles into modern trading strategies. Dive in to discover how to strengthen your trading mindset and unlock your unique edge.
1. On Emotion and the Markets
Remember: The markets are indifferent to your emotions. Anxiety, joy, desperation – these are constructs of your own mind and have no bearing on the ebb and flow of currencies or stocks. Allow your decision-making to be guided not by the heat of the moment, but by calculated, unbiased reasoning.
2. The Impermanence of Success and Failure
Today you may rejoice in your gains, yet tomorrow, you might lament your losses. Both states are transient, just as day turns to night. Strive, then, not for constant triumph, but for a balanced mind that remains unperturbed by these shifts.
3. Humility in Profit, Acceptance in Loss
Each transaction in the market offers an opportunity to learn humility and acceptance. When you profit, do not let arrogance cloud your judgment. When you lose, do not fall into the abyss of self-pity. Recognize that both are integral aspects of the trader's journey.
4. The Futility of Prediction
Remember that no man can predict the movements of the market with unerring accuracy. Do not let fear of the unknown cripple your actions. Instead, make educated decisions based on research and your understanding of the market, accepting the inherent uncertainty of the trade.
5. On Overindulgence
Excessive trading is akin to overindulgence in food or drink - it may bring temporary satisfaction but can lead to long-term harm. Moderation is key. Know when to act and when to remain still.
6. The Trap of Comparisons
Comparing oneself to others is a distraction and an invitation to distress. Your path in trading is your own and must not be dictated by another’s success or failure. Seek to better yourself and not simply to surpass others.
7. Learning From Mistakes
Each mistake is an opportunity for growth. Instead of fearing errors, embrace them as teachers. Learn from them, adjust your strategies, and forge ahead with newfound knowledge.
8. Acceptance of Market Forces
Just as one must accept the changing of the seasons, accept the cycles of the market. There will be times of plenty and times of scarcity. In both, stay steadfast and remember that this, too, shall pass.
9. The Power of Patience
Do not expect instant success in your trading endeavors. Mastery comes with time and experience. Be patient with your progress and do not rush the journey. The fruit of patience is often sweet.
10. The Mind as the Trader's Greatest Asset
Your greatest tool in trading is not a strategy or algorithm, but your mind. Cultivate it with knowledge, exercise it with practice, and keep it balanced with mindfulness. In a balanced mind, reasoned decision-making thrives.
Trade with wisdom, patience, and acceptance, and let not the waves of market tides disturb your inner peace. Embrace the journey with all its ups and downs, for this is the path of the enlightened trader.
Which Stoic principle resonates most with your trading approach?
fear and a bit of trading Fear is something we have always tried to distance ourselves from. i have realised in the years of my life that its better to befriend said fears, and to the have a intimate relationship with this emotion. why ? so this feeling wont make you uneasy in life. to feel the fear is one thing, but to understand it and dive into it to comfort said fear is another.
it has always been you and your fears against the world never you vs your fears open your arms and listen to your thoughts when that feeling and thought proces starts again.
i am going short on GBP/USD based on the 1H timeframe the 4H is on a bearish trend trying to catch the remaining sellers.
Mastering Drawdowns: Strategies for Resilient TradingEvery trader, novice or seasoned, knows the sting of drawdowns. While they're inevitable, managing them effectively is key to trading success.
Even the most renowned traders face drawdowns. Consider Richard Dennis, the legendary Turtle Trader, who transformed a mere $1,600 into over $200 million. Surprisingly, he experienced drawdowns of over 80% at times so I've read :).
This might seem outlandish to some but perfectly normal to others. His approach worked well for his personal trades, but when he tried managing others' money via a hedge fund, it was a different story look it up its a good story for your mindset.
Ultimately, it isn't the magnitude of the drawdown that's critical. It's your psychological response to it that dictates your success in handling it. Here's how I've personally navigated through drawdowns over the past 14 years:
Focus on the Percentage, NOT the Amount:
Previously, seeing the monetary loss during drawdowns sent me spiraling into panic and fear. The root problem? Focusing on the dollar amount, leading to emotionally charged decisions. Shifting focus to the percentage value changed everything. A 10% drawdown is more digestible mentally than a $10,000 one. This shift minimizes negative emotions and consequential mistakes.
Confidence in Your Trading System:
The depth of drawdown you can stomach ties directly to your trust in your trading system. If you know your metrics and trust your approach, you'll be more resilient. Confidence-building measures include thorough backtesting, simulation trading, and initiating with smaller live trades.
Diversify Trading Accounts Based on Risk:
I've always maintained three types of accounts: low-risk (60% capital, <10% drawdowns), moderate-risk (30% capital, <20% drawdowns), and aggressive (10% capital, high drawdown limits). This structure is possible thanks to the faith I have in my trading approach.
Prioritize Mental & Physical Wellbeing:
Trading is grueling, both mentally and physically. To stay sharp, you must be in peak condition. Regular exercise, like my 12-year practice of Muay Thai, offers stress relief. Meditation, another tool in my arsenal, helps maintain calm and focus.
Trading is a journey, with its fair share of ups and downs. What I've shared is my compass through the stormy seas. Hopefully, it lights up your path too.
Happy trading!
Mind Over Market: How I Win Big with the Right Trading Mindset!Hello, everyone! Today, I would like to share my trading methods with you.
80-90% of the trading work is having the right mindset. The rest comes down to algorithms, strategies, and market phases.
What helps me stay on track?
Mental hygiene . I don't look at other traders' charts until I conduct my analysis. That allows me to create specific neural connections that have influence to my decision-making process.
How I react to news - any news brings volatility, and by determining the intensity gradient, I can assess whether a coin is in the game.
I don't pay first attention to PNL - it's better to hide it if your trading terminal allows it. This way, you won't get distracted by profits and losses and can focus on your trading.
Meditation - the simplest way is to spend 10-15 minutes sitting with closed eyes, feeling awareness throughout the body. It helps restore dopamine levels and establishes good mind-body coordination.
I like reading books. Regarding trading psychology, Mark Douglas' book "Trading in the Zone" covers the topic well. I recommend you read it.
Good morning . Start your day with positive affirmations and set yourself up for a calm and steady day. Cultivate equanimity within yourself.
I do physical exercise at least 3 times a week. Consistent strength training helps me improve neural connections with my body and muscles, creating a high hormonal environment for further success.
Supplements.
I study my diet, of course I might have a beer every once in a while. But taking daily supplements that make me feel better is a masthead for me.
And the last one.
Use your market gains to spend on your dreams. Just start from small to big. This way, you reinforce positive affirmations for future victories.
Reinvesting in your portfolio is essential, but remember to take profits from some period to enjoy the results here and now.
These are simple methods, and everyone has their approach to the market. Maintain a stable mindset and keep improving your knowledge!
What methods do you follow, folks?
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