Stress, anxiety and motivation.
Dec 06 at 10:46
Jonathan_45 posted:But following blindly would be causing a big problem, won't it? how does it help you feel motivated when you are behaving like a delusional?Hopeful81 posted:I don't take things that seriously.yes I do evaluate my performance
How do you personally deal with trading-related stress? What is your go-to method?
Also, what is your main motivation source for trading?
but blindly follow self love affirmations to keep myself motivated
Miembro desde Oct 16, 2024
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Dec 10 at 09:47
When trading stress hits, I take a break, breathe, and refocus. My motivation is financial independence and the freedom it brings, which helps keep me grounded.
Miembro desde Oct 28, 2024
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Dec 11 at 07:08
blair3 posted:I am a trader and MQL programmer and have been working in this field for 10 years.TradeWizards posted:Agreed. Small profits can feel discouraging over time if there’s no meaningful growth. Keeping volumes proportional to capital and sticking to solid risk management is key to staying motivated and consistent in the long run. Have you found any specific strategies that help balance motivation and discipline?bardachok posted:This is true to some extent, but if your profits are too small in the long run, the motivation to continue is lost and you may not continue.ZanLanYu posted:To minimize this stress somehow, I started with small positions where the losses were minor and didn’t cause strong emotions. Gradually, I increased the stakes as my sensitivity to losses decreased, and in this way, my disappointment from losses was always manageable and never shocked me.
Stress can never be removed because money is risked. But you can get used to it with practice
The volumes should be proportional to your capital and principled risk management.
I am just telling my personal experience
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Dec 11 at 07:47
Hopeful81 posted:If you have set up stop loss and take profit for your trade, it is a good idea to divert your attention. If you are always monitoring the market, you will become very nervous.
How do you personally deal with trading-related stress? What is your go-to method?
Also, what is your main motivation source for trading?
Dec 11 at 12:29
Austin_TM67 posted:Exactly! Taking a step back really helps in resetting the mind. It’s all about coming back with a clearer head and making better decisions instead of rushing into things. It's one of the best ways to stay in control.
When trading stress hits, I take a break, breathe, and refocus. My motivation is financial independence and the freedom it brings, which helps keep me grounded.
Miembro desde Oct 21, 2024
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Dec 12 at 08:43
Austin_TM67 posted:Same! I also take a break for a few day and then start out fresh!
When trading stress hits, I take a break, breathe, and refocus. My motivation is financial independence and the freedom it brings, which helps keep me grounded.
Hace 20 horas
Stress and anxiety are natural, but don't let them control your actions. Break tasks into smaller steps, focus on progress, not perfection, and keep your motivation high by celebrating small wins. Stay grounded, take breaks, and keep pushing forward.
In trading, knowledge is power; in practice, patience is key.
Hace 20 horas
Ron_Smith posted:Very nicely put I will add. It is always better to break everything into smaller steps and highlight the one that can make the progress.
Stress and anxiety are natural, but don't let them control your actions. Break tasks into smaller steps, focus on progress, not perfection, and keep your motivation high by celebrating small wins. Stay grounded, take breaks, and keep pushing forward.
Hace 19 horas
Ron_Smith posted:I completely agree! How do you handle stress in trading?
Stress and anxiety are natural, but don't let them control your actions. Break tasks into smaller steps, focus on progress, not perfection, and keep your motivation high by celebrating small wins. Stay grounded, take breaks, and keep pushing forward.
Miembro desde Oct 21, 2024
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Hace 18 horas
Ron_Smith posted:Got it! I feel there are times when not making profits can frustrate you and then stress & anxiety takes over. It is really hard to get over it. I often choose taking a small break works but what other do you follow in that situation?
Stress and anxiety are natural, but don't let them control your actions. Break tasks into smaller steps, focus on progress, not perfection, and keep your motivation high by celebrating small wins. Stay grounded, take breaks, and keep pushing forward.
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