— Not a surefire secret, but a realization from a solitary person.
I once thought trading was a shortcut to wealth, but later I realized it is more like a long game with oneself.
In this market, there are no eternal winners, only continuously evolving practitioners. As time passes, what the market teaches me is far more than just technique; it is a profound understanding of human nature, risk, and discipline. From blindly following the trend, to slowly building my own system; from emotional trading to calmly executing rules, every step of growth is almost always accompanied by a cost.
What I want to share is not the so-called 'guaranteed profit secrets,' but the genuine experiences of a solitary trader.
The market has always been fair; it does not punish mistakes, but will repeat the lesson over and over again until you truly learn. Many people search for the Holy Grail, fantasizing about some secret that will make them rich overnight, but the truth is, real trading has never been complicated. Trends, rhythm, position, execution—these seemingly simple things are actually everything about trading. And the real challenge has never been knowing, but doing.
The more you indulge in predicting the future, the easier it is to lose your way. A truly mature trader no longer clings to the ups and downs of the next market movement but focuses on whether their current execution is compliant. You cannot control the market, but you can control yourself. In the long run, what determines your profitability is not the result of a single trade, but whether you continuously adhere to your principles.
Every novice longs for 'stable profits,' but those who truly reach the finish line understand that only by accepting losses can one move towards profitability. Losses are not scary; it is fatal to bear losses without admitting mistakes. Making money is never about frequent trading, but about a decisive hit at a crucial moment. Trading is like fighting; the outcome often hinges on just one or two key points.
The closer you are to the market, the easier it is for it to consume you. Watching the market day after day, frequently entering and exiting, trying to catch every fluctuation may seem like effort, but in reality, it accumulates anxiety and impulsiveness. Those who can truly make money understand the importance of keeping a suitable distance and waiting for their own opportunities to arise. In this market, calmness and patience are often the most valuable skills.
True experts are often very 'boring.' Their trading systems are simple, stable, and unchanging. They do not chase trends, do not talk about emotions; the only thing they care about is whether the rules are strictly followed. They do not get excited about making money, nor do they collapse from losses. They operate like a machine, repeating tedious yet effective processes. This kind of 'boring stability' is the true maturity.
Trading is not a sprint, but a marathon. You don’t need to be the fastest; you just need to last a little longer. Many people exit the market before seeing results, not because they are not smart, but because they didn’t survive. Risk control is always the most important part of a trading system; it determines whether you have the right to stay at the table.
In the end, you will find that the essence of trading is self-cultivation. The market will not reward you just because you work hard; it never shows mercy. If you want to gain respect here, the only way is to first learn to respect the market, respect the rules, and then continuously refine your understanding and execution.
When you truly understand these principles, you will find that you no longer need to rely on others' guidance because the market has taught you everything.
