I sit by the sea with my corgi in my arms, while the setting sun paints the water gold. It lifts one little paw, as if it wants to follow the seagulls into the distance. Its orange-and-white fur glows warmly in the light.

After years of trading, I’ve grown used to watching every market fluctuation. Flocks of seagulls rise and dip before me, yet for once, I don’t feel the need to predict where they’ll fly next.

The markets are still moving: $SKHYNIX Stock derivatives tied to SK Hynix memory have received safety certification; $CL crude oil futures are rebounding amid shipping risks; $CRWV stock derivatives tied to CoreWeave have raised their full-year revenue guidance.

I gently steady its round little body and watch the golden ribbon of light stretch into the depths of the sea. Suddenly, I feel completely content.

It turns out I don’t have to rush to figure out what comes next to feel at peace and enjoy the present. I wish I could linger a little longer in this sunset.