Every day, struggling traders are bombarded with posts showing big profits and it messes with their heads. They likely raise their expectations, start chasing, and end up blowing accounts.
I love seeing traders make money and I root for everyone in this business, and I’ve been fortunate enough to do well…well enough that I don’t need to ever place another trade again if I choose not to.
Trading gave me more than I ever imagined, but it took time and came at a price: sacrifices in my personal life, my health, and years of self-inflicted pressure that led to anxiety, depression, and even a coronary spasm at 36.
I remember running on Saturday mornings after my heart scare, breaking down in tears, terrified that if I couldn’t trade anymore, I’d lose my identity. That fear was real and it came from tying my self-worth to performance.
If I could give just one piece of advice: think long-term. Set reasonable goals. The irony is, when you stop chasing, you often exceed your expectations. You’ll find joy not just in trading, but in still being around to enjoy the life it gives you.
Don’t chase someone else’s version of success. It’s a fast track to burnout. Be kind to yourself. Stay honest. You’ll get there and you’ll do it your way.
If you really put life into perspective from a goal oriented perspective. It really comes down to what you’re willing to sacrifice to achieve your goals.
Think about it .
How many people will give up 95% of all junk food that they have been eating for all their lives to get into their best shape .
You drive by a Nissan dealership and there’re 3000 cars on the property Vs 3 cars in a Bentley showroom . How many people will put short term gratification on hold to build their long term business
There are 350 D1 ncaa basketball schools x 12 per roster . Thats 4200 players but only 56 get drafted nba . How many talented guys just threw in the towel way to early
God only knows how many traders there are but 95% are continuing to go through a revolving door because that just want to be like everyone else.
Sure luck plays a part in life . Being naturally smart . Athletically gifted etc . However when you breakdown the essence, it’s who wants it more
You only get one life . There’re no mulligans .
You got this 💪