"Technique" and "Way"

Afternoon break, watching the new classmates in the group discuss technology makes me quite happy

because there are more like-minded people.

Today, let’s talk about the “technique” and the “way” in trading.

For so many years, I’ve always felt that trading is sometimes just like learning mathematics.

At the beginning, we desperately learn the “technique”: What is this K-line pattern called? What does that formation mean? Is the MACD golden cross a buy signal? When the K-line reaches the upper Bollinger Band, should we sell? The formations come and go, but there are only a few: W tops and bottoms, the 12th point, MACD gaps, and those parameters repeat over and over. It’s really not hard to learn; spend a little time, watch the videos I recorded, and in a week, you should be able to try trading.

But, the real challenge has never been “not understanding,” but “being unable to do.”

This is where the “way” comes in.

What is the “way”? For ordinary traders like you and me, it is our own mindset and emotional management ability.

I’ve seen too many smart friends who draw better charts than I do, who calculate entry points more accurately than I do. But when it comes to placing real money orders, the problem arises: they clearly planned their stop-loss, but as the price gradually approaches that level, they start to panic: “Let’s wait a bit longer, maybe it will rebound soon?” Then, they watch helplessly as a small loss turns into a big one. They made money, planned to reach their target, but when they see the floating profit retreat a little, they rush to lock in gains, only to watch a large portion of profit slip away. They keep blaming themselves, feeling regretful every day, and I often joke about them doing live streams while拍…😂 Even when the market is uncertain, and the system prompts “rest,” they still itch to trade, feeling “I can’t miss out,” rushing in, only to be taught a lesson by the market.

See, these are not technical issues. Clearly, they are caused by our inner fears, greed, dissatisfaction, impatience… these emotions are jumping around. When the mind is chaotic, trading becomes chaotic too. So, don’t push yourself too hard. Don’t chase perfect techniques every day, thinking that with them, you can beat the market. You can’t. What you truly need to face is the unformed self in front of the screen.

What is “technique”? It’s the paddle in our hands, used to row through the river of the market, giving us tools and direction. What is the “way”? It’s the rhythm of the river itself, and more importantly, our inner steadiness. Knowing when to paddle hard, when to stop and look around, and even when to put the paddle away, sit quietly in the boat, and wait for the wind.

Try asking yourself before every impulsive order: “Is the system telling me to trade, or is my heart telling me I feel ready?” When holding a position becomes torment, brew yourself a cup of tea and tell yourself: “Price fluctuations are its freedom, and executing my plan is my responsibility. Don’t blame it, and don’t pressure myself.” When experiencing consecutive losses, step away from the computer and phone, and tell yourself: “Stop, calm down, review, then start again.”

Gradually, you will find that when your inner self becomes firm, calm, and strong, those patterns and indicators that once troubled you will become clearer. You will no longer be driven by emotions to rush around blindly, but will be able to gently and confidently execute your plan.

This is what I want to share with you about the “technique” and the “way”:

Technique is about skills and logic,
The way is about mindset and emotions.

The road of trading is long and lonely. I hope my little insights can give you some inspiration.

Learn the technique first, but don’t stop there. Ultimately, you will find that trading is not just about market movements, but about cultivating ourselves. Take your time; everything will come in due course.

#Trading Psychology