In this episode, I break down the five essential rules every trader must understand to succeed long term. This isn’t about flashy lifestyles, overnight success, or chasing quick profits. It’s about building real skill, managing risk, mastering your mindset, and developing the discipline it takes to win in the markets. Whether you're just starting out or you've been trading for years, this episode will help you reset your expectations and build a stronger foundation for consistent results.
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Mind Over Market: Beating FOMO Before It Beats You
FOMO is one of the fastest ways to destroy your trading edge. In this episode of Mind Over Market, we break down why traders chase setups, how fear of missing out hijacks your discipline, and how to train your mind to stay patient and stick to your plan. Whether you're a Forex trader or day trader, this is a mindset shift you need.
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Mind Over Market: Why You Can’t Stick to Your Plan
Episode Title: Mind Over Market – Why You Can’t Stick to Your Trading PlanWhy do so many traders abandon their trading plan the moment emotions hit? In this episode of the Stoic Trading Psychology Podcast, we dive deep into the real reasons behind impulsive trades, lack of discipline, and emotional decision making in the markets. Whether you're a Forex trader, day trader, or swing trader, this episode will help you understand the psychology behind your trading behavior and how to take back control.We cover trading discipline, the mental game of trading, fear and greed, identity vs. impulse, and how to stop sabotaging your strategy. If you're tired of revenge trading, breaking your rules, or letting emotions dictate your trades, this episode is your blueprint for becoming a more consistent, focused, and emotionally-resilient trader.🎯 Perfect for traders who:Struggle to follow their trading planWant to build better trading habitsAre looking to master the psychology of tradingListen now and start thinking like a professional trader.
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Trading Through Uncertainty: Stoic Wisdom for Navigating Trump’s Tariff Impact
In a world where the markets are as unpredictable as the headlines, today we’re diving into how to navigate the uncertain waters brought on by Donald Trump's tariffs. As traders, we’re often tossed around by external forces we can’t control, but what if we could find steadiness in the storm? In this episode, we’ll explore how stoic principles can guide us through turbulent times, keeping our minds clear and our trading disciplined, no matter the chaos around us.
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#3: The Stoic Approach to Losses: Viewing Drawdowns as Data, Not Defeats
Losses are an inevitable part of trading, but how you respond to them defines your success. In this episode of the Stoic Trading Psychology Podcast, we explore how Stoic principles like amor fati and detachment can help you embrace losses as data, not defeats. Learn practical exercises like premeditatio malorum, journaling, and visualization to build emotional resilience and turn every setback into a stepping stone.
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