One of the hardest things for traders, or anyone for that matter, is to adapt to change. Mostly we get stuck when things change, which makes trading difficult since the very nature of markets is change. This is where the cliché 'going with the flow' originates, but simply understanding the cliché isn't enough; we must internalize and practice it and get it in our...
A trader told me that he has been in the market for several years now, but he had to revise his expectations. He is frustrated that he can't earn more and his dreams for which he started trading won't come true. He earns well, but not enough to live the lifestyle he would like. He thought about buying himself an expensive yacht, it was his goal, a status symbol...
TradingView's Paper Trading isn't just for practice; it's a detailed educational platform that closely simulates the real trading environment, all without the risk of losing money. This feature is carefully crafted to mimic actual market scenarios, offering users a realistic preview of how their trading plans might fare.📖🧾 The video is packed with valuable tips...
RSI hidden divergence is easier to identify than regular divergence. If you enter a trade based on regular divergence and hold for a few weeks, buying the dip becomes easier once the hidden divergence sets up. As we are currently in profit by about 400 pips, we are able to observe the current market flow on higher time frames without emotions. Hidden divergence...
Novice / Beginner intro to Ichimoku Kinko Hyo technique. for a succesfull trades, kindly note that the following 3 conditions must be present: 1- your entry point is always above green kumo 2- Bullish TK cross occured above the green Kumo 3- Chiko span is above TK we never trade in the Kumo. it's not recommended to trade below the Kumo, and even Bullish TK cross...
Markets move in contraction/expansion. Small swings can be thought of as a form of contraction and the bigger swing is a form of expansion. An Expanded Swing is simply a reaction leg that is bigger than the previous reaction leg or legs. Its minor swings growing up to be major swings. This represents a change in behavior that often causes confusion among the...
Hey, crypto traders and enthusiasts! Have you ever wondered if the day of the week could sway your crypto earnings? Well, a fascinating study from 2019 titled "The day of the week effect in the cryptocurrency market" by Guglielmo Maria Caporalea and Alex Plastunb decided to dive into this question. The study zeroes in on some of the big names in crypto -...
📉Hi Traders, Investors and Speculators of Charts📈 For today's post, we're diving into the concept " Risk-Reward Ratio " We'll take a look at practical examples and including other relevant scenarios of managing your risk. What is considered a good risk to reward ratio and where can you see it ? This applies to all markets, and during these volatile times it is...
Welcome back to "Mind Over Markets," where we delve into the intricacies of trading psychology. In Part 1, we explored the concept of asymmetric payoffs. Now, in Part 2: Think Big, we unravel the impact of the often-overlooked cognitive bias – the Law of Small Numbers – and how mastering it can turn fear and greed in your favour, urging you to think in large...
Bitcoin is known as digital gold. It is treasured as an investment asset. Much like the famous yellow metal, bitcoin (“BTC”) does not offer income through dividends or interest. This poses a challenge for investors seeking regular cashflows and income. One strategy that skilled investors use to turn BTC into an income generating asset is the cash and carry trade...
Join me on an immersive journey as I delve into the unparalleled allure of trading XAUUSD/Gold. In this comprehensive exploration, I'll unravel the intricacies of trading gold, from its status as a timeless safe-haven asset to its remarkable resilience in the face of market volatility. Delve deeper into the historical significance of gold, its correlation with...
In this video I go through the ICT Breakaway Gap and how YOU can use it to your advantage. I include some tips and tricks with a real trade setup demonstration. The Breakaway Gap may have been an elusive concept to understand, but I present a simple way you can spot them on the chart and frame your trades around them. It is a powerful weapon that can be used to...
REMEMBER No matter what stock, index, Forex or other markets you’re trading, every trader needs 5 protection levels. Stop loss to stop yourself from furthering losses Time stop loss to get you out of non-performing trades Adjusted stop loss to lock in profits when the market moves in your favour. Risk % per trade to only lose a certain amount of...
The market's dance is a complex waltz, not a straight-line dash. Ideas, fueled by innovation and market forces, often blossom slowly, requiring patience and a keen understanding of different timeframes. While the allure of catching the exact bottom or selling at the precise peak might be tempting, it's important to remember: Long-term vision prevails: Your...
Welcome to the thrilling world of timeframes—a place where every minute counts and every candlestick tells a story. You've probably asked yourself a million times, "What's the best timeframe to trade?" Well, buckle up because we're about to dive deep into the mesmerizing world of timeframes and trading strategies! Picture this: timeframes are like puzzle pieces....
👋 Hello, Forex traders! In this post we are going to talk about Gann angles, which many of you know as the Gann Fan. Essentially, they are the same thing. We will learn how to build these angles, what are their essence, and most importantly - how we can apply Gann's Fan in practice in our trading. What Are Gunn Angles ? 📢 Gann Angles, or Gann Fan, is one of the...
Hey traders, In this post, we will discuss types of orders that we use in Forex trading. ➖ Market order. Trading position is opened at a current price level. Buying the asset, you will open a trading position at a current ask price. Selling the asset, you will open a trading position at a current bid price. Even though market order is the most...
We can break up the review section of the trading into several distinct sections. 1. Review for discipline and personal insight 2. Review for performance (statistics) 3. Review for market insight 4. Review for method development I'm going to do the first section "Review For Discipline". We can keep this simple and ask 2 questions. 1. Did you make a clear and...