The Beginning

I entered trading with the typical dream: financial freedom. Armed with optimism, a few YouTube tutorials, and a small trading account, I jumped into the markets. At first, the adrenaline was addictive. A few small wins boosted my confidence — too much, in hindsight. The losses that followed were swift and painful. It became clear that trading wasn't just about reading charts or following news — it was about mindset, strategy, and discipline.

The Turning Point

The turning point in my trading journey came when I stopped treating it like gambling and started treating it like a business. I began journaling my trades, analyzing mistakes, and setting clear rules for entries and exits. Risk management became my cornerstone — never risking more than 1-2% of my capital on a single trade. I learned to love small, consistent gains more than the thrill of chasing big wins.

Key Lessons

1. Discipline Over Emotion: Emotional decisions are often the most costly. A trader’s worst enemy is usually themselves