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My Strategy Evolution – How I Grew as a Trader
When I first started trading, I’ll be honest — I had no clear strategy. Like many beginners, I followed hype, random signals on social media, and gut feelings. Sometimes I’d win, but mostly I was just reacting to the market instead of planning ahead. Over time, I realized that if I wanted to survive in this space, I needed a real strategy — and more importantly, I had to evolve with the market.
Phase 1: Emotional Trading
In the beginning, my trades were based on FOMO (fear of missing out) and panic. I’d buy green candles and sell red ones. I had no stop-loss, no targets — just vibes. I thought every pump would keep going forever. Obviously, I lost more than I made.
Phase 2: Learning the Basics
After some losses, I took a step back and started learning technical analysis — support, resistance, RSI, volume, and chart patterns. I began planning my entries and exits better. This was when I started seeing some consistency, even if the profits were small.
Phase 3: Risk Management and Discipline
Next, I focused on protecting my capital. I started using stop-loss orders, calculating position size based on risk percentage, and avoiding overtrading. Emotionally, I became more stable. I stopped revenge trading and became okay with taking small losses — as long as I followed my plan.
Phase 4: Strategy Specialization
With time, I realized not all strategies suit everyone. I found that I prefer breakout trading and trend following, especially during high volatility. So instead of trying everything, I focused on mastering what worked best for me. I backtested, refined my entry rules, and kept a trading journal to track performance.
Phase 5: Patience and Confidence
Now, I don’t rush trades. I wait for confirmation, follow my setup, and let the market come to me. I’ve learned that trading is not about always being in a position — it’s about being in the right position at the right time. My confidence now comes from experience and discipline, not luck.
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Final Thoughts
My trading strategy didn’t evolve overnight. It came from trial and error, studying the market, and most importantly — learning from my own mistakes. I'm still learning every day, but the growth has been real. Trading is a journey, and I’m proud of how far I’ve come.
