Disliked{quote} Another variable! Is is best to set a rigid limit.... 20 ticks loss? 40? 100? or is it possible that some days your emotions will be affected more than others?!) I am definitely affected by outside factors, being generally quite a sensitive person. If i have troubles in my private life, they will affect my trading psyche for certain. Who would have thought that the woman you find yourself living with, can also be a factor in your trading? Ok that might not apply to everyone, some people are thick skinned, but if i were with someone who'se...Ignored
In the past I can relate to what you are saying 100%. It is a really horrible situation and it can completely change you beyond your own recognition. If you have something independent of you (the framework I mentioned) you have a chance to be independent of whatever way you have been made to feel. What ever that trigger may be, it takes you out of where you are and focuses you on the task in hand.
'I probably should write down my results at the end of each session though, because if a typical week saw a couple of minus 30 days, but the other 3 resulted in a net gain of 70/80+ it's important to realise that you're winning!' Very good point.
'in less than half an hour he made over 100 ticks'
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