#TradingMistakes101

Mistakes are a natural part of every trader’s journey — they are not failures, but valuable lessons. When I began trading, I often let emotions influence my decisions. I would chase bullish trends, hold on to losing positions for too long, and ignore my risk management rules in the hope that things would turn around. One of the toughest lessons I learned was from overleveraging a trade I was too confident about — it cost me a major portion of my capital. That experience taught me the value of discipline, the importance of stop-losses, and the need to stick to a trading plan.

To those just starting out, my advice is clear: approach trading like a business, not a game of chance. Always control your risk, never invest more than you can afford to lose, and don’t allow greed or fear to guide your decisions. Keeping a trade journal can help you reflect on your strategies and grow. Above all, be patient — trading success requires time, consistency, and learning from every mistake. Each loss is an opportunity to improve, provided you take the time to understand it.