Raphael Lothridge

Hey traders 👋
After 7 years in the markets, I’ve learned the hard way:
👉 It’s not about being right — it’s about being disciplined.

Here are 7 mistakes that cost me big — so you don’t have to repeat them 🧵👇

1️⃣ No Plan = No Chance 🎯
If you enter a trade without a plan, you’re not trading — you’re gambling.
✅ Always set your entry, stop-loss, and target.

2️⃣ Risking Too Much 💥
Never use money you can’t afford to lose.
Rent, bills, emergency funds — keep them out of the market.
🔒 Protect your capital first.

3️⃣ Holding Out for More 😈
You’re in profit but don’t take it — and it turns red?
That’s greed.
🎯 Take profits. Stay in control.

4️⃣ Trading on Emotions 😵‍💫
Revenge trades. FOMO. Panic exits.
These kill accounts.
🧘‍♂️ Stay calm, or stay out.

5️⃣ Expecting Fast Money 💸
Success takes time.
$20 from a smart trade beats $100 lost on hype.
🚶 Be patient. Trust the process.

6️⃣ Overreacting to Losses 🌧️
One bad trade ≠ failure.
But giving up too soon does.
📉 Zoom out. Learn. Keep going.

7️⃣ Copying Others Blindly 👀
Following random signals without knowing why?
That’s not strategy.
📚 Learn the logic behind every trade.

Final Tip:
📌 The market rewards discipline — not emotion.
Trade smart. Stay consistent. Level up daily.

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