THE QUESTION THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING
When I started trading, my focus was always
“How much can I make from this trade?”
That mindset nearly wiped me out. Real progress began when I forced myself to ask a better question:
“If this trade fails, how small can the damage be?
That single shift rewired how I trade, Because when your risk is controlled:
- You don’t panic sell bottoms
- You don’t revenge trade after losses
- You don’t pray through drawdowns
- You think clearly.
And clear thinking prints.
Lesson3:
Most traders ask the wrong question.
Beginners ask: How much can I make if this works?
Professionals ask: How little do I lose if this fails?
That one question builds longevity. It forces discipline. It keeps emotions out of execution.
Takeaway:
Profit is a byproduct.
Survival is a requirement.
Check next article for Part 4