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trading is so much more about emotional regulation than anything or at least it's one of the biggest parts of it. and we all fall victim to it at times as well. I think you are in a good spot if a good or bad trade doesn't affect the way you treat others or really affect your personal life so much a few other random thoughts, i do keep a ton of cash on hand at all time. likely more than i should which sometimes leaves me under-allocated but when things shit the bed it also gives me good opportunities to make a lot and return the cash. It is my defense, imagine playing soccer without a goalie, or hockey without defenseman. trading is a two way game. offense and defense. both need to be good. too many people are offense only and high stakes. but i also have a pretty complex portfolio setup by design which has it's pros and cons you just have to accept that you are going to lose sometimes. its about being a good loser though, and knowing when you are wrong on something quickly