Sarala was a woman like many others, balancing the demanding act of career and family. Every morning, she and her husband would leave their small home to face the world. Her husband, an office employee, would step into a battlefield of corporate targets, relentless deadlines, and the unspoken rivalry of colleagues. His boss, sharp-tongued and… Read More »
Trading psychology has always intrigued me throughout my career. It’s the cornerstone of successful trading, overshadowing even the most refined strategies or money management rules. Information on trading is ubiquitous, yet traders often fail—not due to a lack of resources but because they lack discipline, patience, or emotional control. These traits fall under the umbrella… Read More »
This is a story about what “greatness” is all about. Alexander The Great is considered as the conqueror of the world in his time. His intent and intention was to become the emperor of the world. He set out with his army to conquer the world. Before he started his journey, he went to his… Read More »
Lesson 1: Risk Management is Your Foundation As your trading mentor, my first priority is to help you build consistency in your risk management. Think of it as the cornerstone of your trading house. Keeping your dollar risk per trade steady is not just about protecting your account; it’s also about protecting your mindset. When… Read More »
When traders struggle with their psychology, it’s easy to assume that the problem lies entirely within the trading environment—stress from market fluctuations, the pressure to perform, or the difficulty of managing emotions during high-stakes trades. However, sometimes these trading-related challenges are symptoms of larger, underlying issues that go beyond the markets. How can you tell… Read More »
In the world of trading, psychology plays as much of a role in success as strategy and analysis. While charts and numbers might appear to drive market moves, underlying psychological factors can make or break a trader. Here, we dive into nine common psychological pitfalls, highlighting how they can disrupt your trading and offering ways… Read More »
One of the most rewarding aspects of teaching trading is watching students grow and develop winning attitudes and skills that transform them into professional traders. This article, inspired by emails from a trader we’ll call Raj, captures his evolution from struggling with typical pitfalls to gaining mastery over his trading approach. Raj’s journey, particularly in… Read More »
Chandan pressed his palms hard against his ears, trying to drown out the relentless explosion of firecrackers. Diwali night filled the city with dazzling lights and loud celebrations, but it brought him little joy. Lying on a worn-out wooden bench in the corner of the small dhaba where he worked, Chandan fought the memories, tried… Read More »
Once upon a time, a king’s daughter announced a marriage challenge that left the whole kingdom buzzing. Any prince who wished to marry her would have to count from one to twenty in a way that captured the entire universe within those numbers. Fail to impress, and the suitor would face a painful penalty—twenty lashes.… Read More »
Lord Rama is known for having countless devotees, not only among human beings but also among animals. In fact, many of His most devoted followers are in animal forms, each displaying extraordinary love and dedication to Him. One such devotee was a crow, whose unwavering devotion provides a profound lesson for all. The Curious Behavior… Read More »