Good morning, and welcome to Day 35. ✨
We’ve learned how to trade. Now, let’s learn the most important rule: The best trade is often the one you don’t take.
More trading does NOT mean more profit. In fact, the opposite is true. Let’s break down why with a simple story.
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Meet Two Traders: Alex vs. Sam
Alex believes more action = more profit.
Sam believes better action = more profit.
They both start with $1,000**. They each risk **$20 per trade.
What Happened?
Alex was busy. He traded constantly, taking mediocre setups.
· He paid more in fees.
· He made emotional decisions.
· Losses stressed him into more bad trades.
Sam was patient. He waited only for his best setup.
· He paid almost no fees.
· He stayed calm and focused.
· One good trade covered many quiet days.
Sam ended the month +$160. Alex ended -$160.
That’s a $320 difference—not from skill, but from patience.
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Why Overtrading Hurts You
1. Fees Add Up: Every trade costs money. 40 trades can easily eat $40–$80 in fees.
2. Emotional Drain: Constant trading = constant stress. Stress = bad decisions.
3. Forces Mediocrity: You stop waiting for great setups and settle for “okay” ones.
Your Simple Rule Starting Today
Trade only when you have a clear reason—not because you’re bored, FOMO’d, or want excitement.
If you don’t have a strong answer to “Why is this trade exceptional?”—don’t take it.
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Today’s Big Takeaway
Less trading = less stress + fewer fees + higher win rate.
Your goal isn’t to be busy. Your goal is to be profitable.
Patience isn’t just a virtue—it’s a strategy.
Did you see yourself in Alex? 👍 Like this post if you’ve ever overtraded. We’ve all been there.