The Strategic Power of Inactivity
A profound 2025 insight was learning the strategic value of doing nothing. After a major win or a painful loss, the emotional compulsion to immediately re-enter the market is intense. I mandated a 24-hour "cooling-off" period—no new trades, only review and planning. This simple rule prevented revenge trading and emotional FOMO, my two biggest past pitfalls. The market constantly creates the illusion of urgency, but true opportunities are not scarce. This practice preserved my mental capital, ensuring that every entry was made with clarity and deliberation, not adrenaline. Often, the best trade is the one you don't take.