For many years, I have been asking myself the same question as most traders: how to truly understand the trend? Standard definitions from encyclopedias are unhelpful — too vague and unclear.

I found a clear answer for myself in the Theory of Trading True Yin and True Yang. According to this system, the trend appears exactly after true Yang or true Yin. After true Yang comes a long-side trend, after true Yin — a short-side trend. This is more specific, not just vague words about unclear goals.

Most traders talk about following the trend, but often they are just catching shadows. Interestingly, despite its roots in traditional Yin-Yang philosophy, this theory is actually quantitative and precise. A true short position is Yin, a true long position is Yang. The rest of the time is an intermediate hold. And the main thing here is simply to wait.

When I remember how Sina Changzhong started popularizing this idea, I recall that he faced a lot of criticism. Perhaps it’s a feature of our mentality — people are ready to attack a stranger for his ideas, even if he speaks with good intentions. But if you have objections, express a reasoned opinion — that is respectful.

Now I monitor positions in real time on an account with a capital of 300u. Understanding the trend helps avoid impulsive decisions and wait for truly significant moments. It’s not difficult when you know what to look for.