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Being all the Players at Once
August 17, 2024 | Blog Post

Being all the Players at Once

This morning, my son’s idea of playing Catan alone sparked a thought. He didn't just want to play a game—he was learning to balance multiple strate...
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A Trader’s Boundaries
July 30, 2024 | Blog Post

A Trader’s Boundaries

Struggling to balance trading with family and friends? Learn how to set clear boundaries and communicate effectively to earn the respect of those a...
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Priming for Success
June 17, 2024 | Blog Post

Priming for Success

Our brains are subtly primed by media, social interactions, and market patterns, often without our awareness. Learn how this subconscious programmi...
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Guide to Effective Journaling
May 23, 2024 | Blog Post

Guide to Effective Journaling

Discover how to master the art of technical analysis by journaling with purpose. This article explores the importance of tracking setups, risk vs. ...
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Reframing Our Unconscious Expectations
April 29, 2024 | Blog Post

Reframing Our Unconscious Expectations

Expectations shape our experiences, whether in life or the markets. Discover how misplaced expectations can lead to frustration, and why adapting t...
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The Things We Get Away With
February 17, 2024 | Blog Post

The Things We Get Away With

A journey into the world of competitive sports through the lens of a parent's perspective. Witness the profound lessons learned from observing chil...
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Recency Bias
February 14, 2024 | Blog Post

Recency Bias

Explore the two powerful biases driving market decisions: the allure of epic calls, exemplified by legends like Cathy Wood and Michael Burry, and t...
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The Floating 5 EMA
January 2, 2024 | Blog Post

The Floating 5 EMA

The 5-period EMA can help establish probability in trading. When a candle opens significantly above or below it, it signals caution. While not fool...
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Creating a Narrative
December 4, 2023 | Blog Post

Creating a Narrative

'Show me the chart, and I'll tell you the news.' Dissecting the market's sentiment, option flows, and reactions to news is key. Use narratives to y...
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Turkey and the Market 🦃
November 22, 2023 | Blog Post

Turkey and the Market 🦃

Thanksgiving dinner brings forth a lesson in patience and savoring the special. Not everything needs to be an everyday indulgence. Just as turkey r...
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The Science Behind Facing Your Fears
October 22, 2023 | Blog Post

The Science Behind Facing Your Fears

Dive into the science behind creating pain, fear and memories to learn how to break negative cycles. Learn how trying to evade pain actually intens...
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Executing The Trade You See
October 16, 2023 | Blog Post

Executing The Trade You See

Escape 'Could Have, Should Have, Would Have Land.' Numerous trading strategies work, but none are flawless, and perfect is the enemy of good. Move ...
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Expectations
October 1, 2023 | Blog Post

Expectations

Market euphoria skews expectations. Fortunes made in hype cycles aren't sustained in quieter markets. Align your goals with realistic industry goal...
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How to say “I'm Sorry”
September 19, 2023 | Blog Post

How to say “I'm Sorry”

Traders must review actions and dig deeper in order to increase the odds of creating life long positive habits. Distinguish between a 'bad trade' a...
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Are you pleasure seeking? Or pain avoiding?
September 6, 2023 | Blog Post

Are you pleasure seeking? Or pain avoiding?

Pain avoidance is a potent motivator, often surpassing pleasure seeking. In trading and life, individual pain points drive actions. Confronting dee...
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Resilience
August 21, 2023 | Blog Post

Resilience

Unlock the secrets to resilience—essential for both life and trading. Delve into the three core themes: faith in the world's natural order, faith i...
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Trading the Gold Miners
July 14, 2023 | Blog Post

Trading the Gold Miners

Trading gold miners can be similar to trading other stocks, but there are also some unique considerations to keep in mind. Here are some steps to h...
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Top Tickers for Day Traders
July 4, 2023 | Blog Post

Top Tickers for Day Traders

The stocks with the highest liquidity are typically large, well-established companies with broad investor appeal. Some examples of stocks with high...
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Losses
May 21, 2023 | Blog Post

Losses

Lessons on loss from the garden. Emotional pain from losses often stems from attachment, self-blame, and the desire to be right. In trading, unders...
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Chasing Flow
May 6, 2023 | Blog Post

Chasing Flow

The allure of the creative 'flow state' is universal, whether in music or trading. Artists fear its fleeting nature, each experience potentially th...
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Patience
April 23, 2023 | Blog Post

Patience

In a world of instant information and quick results, patience becomes a rare virtue. The relentless pursuit of speed contrasts with the value of wa...
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Chicken or Egg
April 18, 2023 | Blog Post

Chicken or Egg

The trader's dilemma: does pain precede the loss, or vice versa? Examining the emotional spiral reveals frustration as the silent precursor, culmin...
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The Market Goes for a Walk
March 29, 2023 | Blog Post

The Market Goes for a Walk

Trading slow days are like a calming walk, initially underestimated but essential. Amidst low volatility, seize the chance to refine strategies, ba...
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Trading and Neuroticism
March 18, 2023 | Blog Post

Trading and Neuroticism

Explore the impact of neuroticism on trading behavior. Whether high or low, neuroticism influences how we approach trades and manage risk. Discover...
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Love (I mean Trading) and Basketball 🏀
February 26, 2023 | Blog Post

Love (I mean Trading) and Basketball 🏀

Learn valuable trading lessons from the world of sports. Winning is crucial, but so is understanding the balance between overconfidence and self-do...
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Always Learning
February 19, 2023 | Blog Post

Always Learning

Dive into technical analysis in a step by step orderly fashion. Discover the joy in the learning process to keep maintain motivation. Learn to avoi...
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What to do in a slow market?
January 30, 2023 | Blog Post

What to do in a slow market?

There are days, months and even years where movement is small during the day. Sometimes it’s not even that small, but still manages to feel grindin...
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5 (More) Weird Things To Keep You Calm While Trading
January 23, 2023 | Blog Post

5 (More) Weird Things To Keep You Calm While Trading

Trading stress is real, but unconventional solutions can make a difference. From ear massages to box breathing, reframing stress with exercise, ind...
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Trimming the Fat 🥩🔪
January 17, 2023 | Blog Post

Trimming the Fat 🥩🔪

Escape the chaos, focus on what matters. In trading, as in life, it's crucial to sift through tasks and activities that hinder rather than help. Le...
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The Pokémon Problem
January 10, 2023 | Blog Post

The Pokémon Problem

Unlock the power of efficient learning through anchoring. Discover how to integrate new information by creating frameworks, analogies, and narrativ...
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New Year's Resolutions
December 10, 2022 | Blog Post

New Year's Resolutions

Transform your resolutions into lasting habits with the 12 Months of Resolutions approach. Break down your goals, prioritize, and implement one act...
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Gratitude - Happy Thanksgiving!
November 23, 2022 | Blog Post

Gratitude - Happy Thanksgiving!

Gratitude isn't just about listing blessings; it's a neurological journey. Thanksgiving offers a chance to delve deep into stories of genuine grati...
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Growth Mindset Is Not Enough
November 7, 2022 | Blog Post

Growth Mindset Is Not Enough

While a growth mindset is crucial, it's not a standalone solution. Belief in change must be complemented by an environment fostering learning, self...
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Finding An Edge
October 31, 2022 | Blog Post

Finding An Edge

Don't succumb to the pressure of trading every opportunity. Acknowledge that not every setup is suitable for your individual style, and it's perfec...
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The Stories We Tell Ourselves
October 17, 2022 | Blog Post

The Stories We Tell Ourselves

Creating a narrative of struggle leading to success can be a powerful motivator in challenging times. However, it's crucial to recognize that consi...
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3 Scale-In Strategies
October 3, 2022 | Blog Post

3 Scale-In Strategies

Scaling into trades can be a double-edged sword, often associated with adding to losing positions. However, strategic tiered entries, like buying h...
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Do you hear me life?
September 24, 2022 | Blog Post

Do you hear me life?

Navigating parental challenges, a valuable lesson emerges—changing responses breaks life's repeated patterns. As the Jewish New Year approaches, re...
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Our Brain Hates Too Many Choices
September 20, 2022 | Blog Post

Our Brain Hates Too Many Choices

Drowning in choices – whether in dating, chocolate bars, or stocks? Discover how an abundance of options can lead to dissatisfaction and anxiety. L...
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Perspective
August 29, 2022 | Blog Post

Perspective

Trading Amidst Discomfort: A firsthand account of navigating the markets during physical unease. Discover insights on maintaining composure, resist...
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It's All Greek(s) to Me!
August 22, 2022 | Blog Post

It's All Greek(s) to Me!

Decode the complexities of options trading with the Greeks. A beginner's guide to the underlying math behind options pricing. Delta, Gamma, Vega, R...
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What to do when trading is rough?
August 15, 2022 | Blog Post

What to do when trading is rough?

Navigate the challenges of bad trades with strategic measures. Establish a business plan to detach emotionally, creating a professional buffer. Cul...
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Guide to Time Frame Management
August 8, 2022 | Blog Post

Guide to Time Frame Management

Mastering time frame interactions in trading is crucial for capturing shifts in momentum. Learn to navigate multiple time frames, avoid confusion, ...
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A Fun Stroll Down Short Squeeze Memory Lane
August 2, 2022 | Blog Post

A Fun Stroll Down Short Squeeze Memory Lane

Exploring short squeezes: Beyond the technicals lies fascinating stories like the 2008 Volkswagen case. Amid rumors and a Porsche stake increase, V...
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Anxiety Induced Fear of Psychosis
June 27, 2022 | Blog Post

Anxiety Induced Fear of Psychosis

In times of heightened anxiety, individuals develop hyperawareness, magnifying threats even in the absence of real danger. This tunnel vision can l...
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Mid-Year Check-In and Reflection
June 21, 2022 | Blog Post

Mid-Year Check-In and Reflection

As June wraps up, it's time for a crucial quarterly check-in for traders. Reflect on the first half of the year, reassess goals, and share your ins...
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Creating Momentum
June 13, 2022 | Blog Post

Creating Momentum

In a reflection on completing the 75 Hard challenge for the second time, there appear to be striking parallels between personal development and tra...
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I Really Want A Pony
June 6, 2022 | Blog Post

I Really Want A Pony

In a whimsical analogy, the desire to buy a horse draws parallels to the journey of becoming a successful trader. Reflecting on the need for patien...
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Weeding your Garden
May 30, 2022 | Blog Post

Weeding your Garden

As I tended to my garden, the metaphor of weeding took on a profound meaning in trading. Weeds, leeching energy and crowding growth, paralleled tra...
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Sabotage
May 23, 2022 | Blog Post

Sabotage

Unraveling the intricacies of a losing streak, this article explores the unexpected link between trading struggles and personal news. Discover how ...
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5 Tips to Improve Risk Management
May 16, 2022 | Blog Post

5 Tips to Improve Risk Management

Day traders often fall into the pitfall of applying investment risk profiles to day trading. Instead, set a risk profile that factors in the number...
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Hangups with Shorting
May 9, 2022 | Blog Post

Hangups with Shorting

Shorting is often viewed negatively, seen as betting on others' losses. However, understanding its limitations and risks, like the market's upward ...
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Why You Should Steal 👀
May 2, 2022 | Blog Post

Why You Should Steal 👀

In trading, the desire for uniqueness can hinder success. Instead of solely focusing on finding individual setups, consider leveraging the communit...
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The Stop Loss Trap
April 25, 2022 | Blog Post

The Stop Loss Trap

Escaping the stop-loss trap is crucial for a trader's psychological well-being. Set predetermined stops as orders, understand that RSI indicates mo...
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Coming Into Charts with Intention
April 18, 2022 | Blog Post

Coming Into Charts with Intention

Navigating the stock market chaos demands intentionality. From analyzing market levels to delving into fundamentals or learning patterns, each acti...
Read Post
Why you don't need more patience
April 11, 2022 | Blog Post

Why you don't need more patience

Challenge the conventional wisdom of being patient with winners and impatient with losers. Instead, embrace courage over patience in trading. Allow...
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5 Whacky Ideas That Could Help Your Trading
April 3, 2022 | Blog Post

5 Whacky Ideas That Could Help Your Trading

Discover unconventional techniques to enhance trading, providing an edge while keeping personal strategies discreet. From lemon essential oils bala...
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Resistances vs. Targets
March 27, 2022 | Blog Post

Resistances vs. Targets

Discover the nuanced relationship between resistances and trade targets. While resistances provide crucial context, understanding the most likely s...
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What I Feel vs. What Is Real
March 20, 2022 | Blog Post

What I Feel vs. What Is Real

Navigate the rollercoaster of market emotions by distinguishing between adrenaline-driven reactions and objective analysis. Learn to separate feeli...
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The Struggle with Small Accounts
March 13, 2022 | Blog Post

The Struggle with Small Accounts

Unlock the challenge of trading small accounts by redefining success. Learn to align your trading goals with realistic expectations, navigate the s...
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Defining a Trade
February 27, 2022 | Blog Post

Defining a Trade

Embark on a journey to redefine your approach to trading with four crucial themes. Explore the significance of time frames, trading styles, identif...
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Man Plans, God Laughs
February 23, 2022 | Blog Post

Man Plans, God Laughs

Unveil the human side of trading as we confront the emotional challenges during execution. From risk management to biathlon-inspired training, disc...
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Let's Talk Pattern... Interrupts
February 14, 2022 | Blog Post

Let's Talk Pattern... Interrupts

Navigating the trading journey involves more than technical plans; it's about mastering human emotions during execution. Learn to train like an ath...
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October 30, 2024 | Blog Post

DJT Trade Review

Here is a look at an example of shorting a name experiencing a squeeze, and looking for a tempora...
August 17, 2024 | Blog Post

Being all the Players at Once

This morning, my son’s idea of playing Catan alone sparked a thought. He didn't just want to play...
July 30, 2024 | Blog Post

A Trader’s Boundaries

Struggling to balance trading with family and friends? Learn how to set clear boundaries and comm...
June 17, 2024 | Blog Post

Priming for Success

Our brains are subtly primed by media, social interactions, and market patterns, often without ou...
May 23, 2024 | Blog Post

Guide to Effective Journaling

Discover how to master the art of technical analysis by journaling with purpose. This article exp...
April 29, 2024 | Blog Post

Reframing Our Unconscious Expectations

Expectations shape our experiences, whether in life or the markets. Discover how misplaced expect...
February 17, 2024 | Blog Post

The Things We Get Away With

A journey into the world of competitive sports through the lens of a parent's perspective. Witnes...
February 14, 2024 | Blog Post

Recency Bias

Explore the two powerful biases driving market decisions: the allure of epic calls, exemplified b...
January 2, 2024 | Blog Post

The Floating 5 EMA

The 5-period EMA can help establish probability in trading. When a candle opens significantly abo...
December 4, 2023 | Blog Post

Creating a Narrative

'Show me the chart, and I'll tell you the news.' Dissecting the market's sentiment, option flows,...
November 22, 2023 | Blog Post

Turkey and the Market 🦃

Thanksgiving dinner brings forth a lesson in patience and savoring the special. Not everything ne...
October 22, 2023 | Blog Post

The Science Behind Facing Your Fears

Dive into the science behind creating pain, fear and memories to learn how to break negative cycl...
October 16, 2023 | Blog Post

Executing The Trade You See

Escape 'Could Have, Should Have, Would Have Land.' Numerous trading strategies work, but none are...
October 1, 2023 | Blog Post

Expectations

Market euphoria skews expectations. Fortunes made in hype cycles aren't sustained in quieter mark...
September 19, 2023 | Blog Post

How to say “I'm Sorry”

Traders must review actions and dig deeper in order to increase the odds of creating life long po...
September 6, 2023 | Blog Post

Are you pleasure seeking? Or pain avoiding?

Pain avoidance is a potent motivator, often surpassing pleasure seeking. In trading and life, ind...
August 21, 2023 | Blog Post

Resilience

Unlock the secrets to resilience—essential for both life and trading. Delve into the three core t...
July 14, 2023 | Blog Post

Trading the Gold Miners

Trading gold miners can be similar to trading other stocks, but there are also some unique consid...
July 4, 2023 | Blog Post

Top Tickers for Day Traders

The stocks with the highest liquidity are typically large, well-established companies with broad ...
May 21, 2023 | Blog Post

Losses

Lessons on loss from the garden. Emotional pain from losses often stems from attachment, self-bla...
May 6, 2023 | Blog Post

Chasing Flow

The allure of the creative 'flow state' is universal, whether in music or trading. Artists fear i...
April 23, 2023 | Blog Post

Patience

In a world of instant information and quick results, patience becomes a rare virtue. The relentle...
April 18, 2023 | Blog Post

Chicken or Egg

The trader's dilemma: does pain precede the loss, or vice versa? Examining the emotional spiral r...
March 29, 2023 | Blog Post

The Market Goes for a Walk

Trading slow days are like a calming walk, initially underestimated but essential. Amidst low vol...
March 18, 2023 | Blog Post

Trading and Neuroticism

Explore the impact of neuroticism on trading behavior. Whether high or low, neuroticism influence...
February 26, 2023 | Blog Post

Love (I mean Trading) and Basketball 🏀

Learn valuable trading lessons from the world of sports. Winning is crucial, but so is understand...
February 19, 2023 | Blog Post

Always Learning

Dive into technical analysis in a step by step orderly fashion. Discover the joy in the learning ...
January 30, 2023 | Blog Post

What to do in a slow market?

There are days, months and even years where movement is small during the day. Sometimes it’s not ...
January 23, 2023 | Blog Post

5 (More) Weird Things To Keep You Calm While Trading

Trading stress is real, but unconventional solutions can make a difference. From ear massages to ...
January 17, 2023 | Blog Post

Trimming the Fat 🥩🔪

Escape the chaos, focus on what matters. In trading, as in life, it's crucial to sift through tas...
January 10, 2023 | Blog Post

The Pokémon Problem

Unlock the power of efficient learning through anchoring. Discover how to integrate new informati...
December 10, 2022 | Blog Post

New Year's Resolutions

Transform your resolutions into lasting habits with the 12 Months of Resolutions approach. Break ...
November 23, 2022 | Blog Post

Gratitude - Happy Thanksgiving!

Gratitude isn't just about listing blessings; it's a neurological journey. Thanksgiving offers a ...
November 7, 2022 | Blog Post

Growth Mindset Is Not Enough

While a growth mindset is crucial, it's not a standalone solution. Belief in change must be compl...
October 31, 2022 | Blog Post

Finding An Edge

Don't succumb to the pressure of trading every opportunity. Acknowledge that not every setup is s...
October 17, 2022 | Blog Post

The Stories We Tell Ourselves

Creating a narrative of struggle leading to success can be a powerful motivator in challenging ti...
October 3, 2022 | Blog Post

3 Scale-In Strategies

Scaling into trades can be a double-edged sword, often associated with adding to losing positions...
September 24, 2022 | Blog Post

Do you hear me life?

Navigating parental challenges, a valuable lesson emerges—changing responses breaks life's repeat...
September 20, 2022 | Blog Post

Our Brain Hates Too Many Choices

Drowning in choices – whether in dating, chocolate bars, or stocks? Discover how an abundance of ...
August 29, 2022 | Blog Post

Perspective

Trading Amidst Discomfort: A firsthand account of navigating the markets during physical unease. ...
August 22, 2022 | Blog Post

It's All Greek(s) to Me!

Decode the complexities of options trading with the Greeks. A beginner's guide to the underlying ...
August 15, 2022 | Blog Post

What to do when trading is rough?

Navigate the challenges of bad trades with strategic measures. Establish a business plan to detac...
August 8, 2022 | Blog Post

Guide to Time Frame Management

Mastering time frame interactions in trading is crucial for capturing shifts in momentum. Learn t...
August 2, 2022 | Blog Post

A Fun Stroll Down Short Squeeze Memory Lane

Exploring short squeezes: Beyond the technicals lies fascinating stories like the 2008 Volkswagen...
June 27, 2022 | Blog Post

Anxiety Induced Fear of Psychosis

In times of heightened anxiety, individuals develop hyperawareness, magnifying threats even in th...
June 21, 2022 | Blog Post

Mid-Year Check-In and Reflection

As June wraps up, it's time for a crucial quarterly check-in for traders. Reflect on the first ha...
June 13, 2022 | Blog Post

Creating Momentum

In a reflection on completing the 75 Hard challenge for the second time, there appear to be strik...
June 6, 2022 | Blog Post

I Really Want A Pony

In a whimsical analogy, the desire to buy a horse draws parallels to the journey of becoming a su...
May 30, 2022 | Blog Post

Weeding your Garden

As I tended to my garden, the metaphor of weeding took on a profound meaning in trading. Weeds, l...
May 23, 2022 | Blog Post

Sabotage

Unraveling the intricacies of a losing streak, this article explores the unexpected link between ...
May 16, 2022 | Blog Post

5 Tips to Improve Risk Management

Day traders often fall into the pitfall of applying investment risk profiles to day trading. Inst...
May 9, 2022 | Blog Post

Hangups with Shorting

Shorting is often viewed negatively, seen as betting on others' losses. However, understanding it...
May 2, 2022 | Blog Post

Why You Should Steal 👀

In trading, the desire for uniqueness can hinder success. Instead of solely focusing on finding i...
April 25, 2022 | Blog Post

The Stop Loss Trap

Escaping the stop-loss trap is crucial for a trader's psychological well-being. Set predetermined...
April 18, 2022 | Blog Post

Coming Into Charts with Intention

Navigating the stock market chaos demands intentionality. From analyzing market levels to delving...
April 11, 2022 | Blog Post

Why you don't need more patience

Challenge the conventional wisdom of being patient with winners and impatient with losers. Instea...
April 3, 2022 | Blog Post

5 Whacky Ideas That Could Help Your Trading

Discover unconventional techniques to enhance trading, providing an edge while keeping personal s...
March 27, 2022 | Blog Post

Resistances vs. Targets

Discover the nuanced relationship between resistances and trade targets. While resistances provid...
March 20, 2022 | Blog Post

What I Feel vs. What Is Real

Navigate the rollercoaster of market emotions by distinguishing between adrenaline-driven reactio...
March 13, 2022 | Blog Post

The Struggle with Small Accounts

Unlock the challenge of trading small accounts by redefining success. Learn to align your trading...
February 27, 2022 | Blog Post

Defining a Trade

Embark on a journey to redefine your approach to trading with four crucial themes. Explore the si...
February 23, 2022 | Blog Post

Man Plans, God Laughs

Unveil the human side of trading as we confront the emotional challenges during execution. From r...
February 14, 2022 | Blog Post

Let's Talk Pattern... Interrupts

Navigating the trading journey involves more than technical plans; it's about mastering human emo...
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